Travel Radiology Technologist
Philadelphia, PA
TalentBurst, Inc
5x8 hrs

Under the direction of the Radiology Director and Diagnostic Team Leader, performs a variety of diagnostic procedures with technical expertise and competency. Understands the daily operations of all radiographic equipment and departmental flow to obtain optimal imaging and patient care for diagnosis and measure of disease.

• Performs and assists in various general diagnostic procedures that produce optimal imaging with diagnostic quality according to the department's policy and procedures daily.
• Follows standards for routine diagnostic exams, positioning, patient care, and documentation as prescribed in the procedure manual set forth by the imaging department.
• Provides optimal diagnostic imaging and radiation safety for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation.
• Selects the appropriate technical factors, safety devices, and operates all imaging equipment as directed.
• Assists with orienting and training all radiology students and new employees.
• Maintains constant attention to patients assigned to the technologist.
• Identifies, processes, transfers, and archives all patient exams. Maintains all records in accordance with hospital and regulatory policy.
• Responsible for proper identification on all exam records and images including patient demographics.
• Maintains all HIPAA regulations and policies regarding patient information.
• Maintains appropriate records of patient examinations.
• Maintains the integrity and security of the Radiology Information System and all other hospital computer systems.
• Adheres to federal and state radiation safety guidelines and regulations regarding patient and operator protection, collimation, and shielding.
• Ensures dosimeter badge is worn while working in the imaging department.
• Documents and records the Dose Area Product (DAP).
• Provides radiation protection in accordance with all safety standards and the principle of ALARA to ensure the well-being of patients, hospital personnel, and the general public while performing any duties.
• Conducts self in a professional manner.
• Refers to the Diagnostic Team Leader for any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline, and other activities.
• Promotes professionalism, continuing education, and staff development.
• Participates in the formal in-service program governed by the Radiology Department.
• Subject to covering call for holidays and other shifts as assigned.
• Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position.
• Completes all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education annually.
• Obtains at least 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance.
• Completes training and in-service presentations required for the Diagnostic Department.

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