ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Produce digital radiographs of consistently high quality by using proper techniques in the following areas:
- Proper adjustment of equipment
- Appropriate positioning of patient
- Proper determination of kVp and mAs
- Arranging, attaching or adjusting immobilization and supportive devices such as sandbags to obtain precise position minimizing patient discomfort while preventing motion
- Adjustment of protective lead shields
- Utilization of primary beam collimation for every exam
- Positioning of equipment - distance and angle to present clear image
- Appropriate patient and film identification
- Adherence to Radiation Protection Guidelines - ALARA principles
- Competency in pediatric and adult studies as determined by protocol manuals
- Gather all information necessary for successful study i.e. additional patient history
- Obtain additional films in questionable cases to anticipate radiologist’s request
- Maintain x-ray room and work area in clean organized fashion
- Report problems with equipment and assist in resolution
- Answer phone and assist with scheduling as necessary
- Observe universal precautions and other necessary safety procedures such as asking women of child bearing age about possible pregnancies
- Wear radiation monitoring device at all times
- Assist with QA by gathering and reporting any necessary data
- Display necessary technique charts perform QA testing as required, track all repeats and rejects for quarterly analysis
- Maintain all supplies and place orders as necessary
- Maintain certification with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
- Demonstrate working knowledge of Electronic systems: Electronic Medical Record (eCW), Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS)
- Act as clinical mentor to Radiography Students from SMTC, providing guidance and performing clinical competency testing
- Act as a resource for staff/sites regarding exam selection and scheduling of X-ray studies
- Perform other related duties incidental to work therein
JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Successful completion of AMA accredited radiology program
- State of Maine and ARRT licensed
- Ability to use independent judgment
- Ability to interact well with radiologists
- Ability to interact in a positive manner with co-workers and other members of the InterMed staff
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced work environment, providing excellent customer service
- Ability to make adjustments in daily work schedule to accommodate add-on patients for same day exams
InterMed is an equal opportunity workplace and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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