Job Description
- Performs quality radiologic procedures for the diagnosis of disease and
study of the malfunction of organs.
- Responsible for providing consistently high levels of customer service
and continuous quality improvement (CQI)
- Performs all aspects of patient care to optimize patient safety and radiation
protection and reduce the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Consistently informs and prepares patients and family for radiographic/CT
examinations.
- Practices effective medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
- Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including
pediatric, geriatric and general population.
- Assesses patient pain interfering with imaging procedure - makes appropriate
adjustments in technique and when necessary, contacts physician for intervention.
- Selects equipment, positioning, and radiographic technique to provide the
highest quality images.
- Verifies exams are of good quality, identified and marked correctly, and
repeats poor quality images.
- Demonstrates proficiency in performing advanced radiographic examinations
such as: intravenous pyelograms, tomograms, and joint injections and utilization
of the C-Arm in surgery.
- Demonstrates competency in basic CT scanner operation and imaging techniques.
- Demonstrates effective radiation safety principles and shields patient
accordingly.
- Demonstrates proficiency in operating computerized radiography and PACS systems.
- Consistently provides complete and appropriate exam related paperwork and
completes exam in HIS and PACS systems.
- Assists in maintaining accurate records and reports.
- Takes an active role in training of students and ancillary personnel. Provides
close oversight and instruction as needed or requested.
Qualifications
- X-Ray Certification
- Current Indiana licensure
- One (1) year of CT experience preferred OR willing to obtain CT Certification
within 12 months of hire
- Must be a dependable team player with the capability to multi-task
Comments
Daviess Community Hospital is committed to improving the health of our
community. Our staff of highly trained professionals work closely as a
team to provide healthcare services.
We offer competitive wages and comprehensive benefits to support our highly
trained professionals.