Radiographer Valley

Position: Radiographer I Valley
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required.  
• Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times.  
• Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.  
• Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate   compliance and integrity guidelines.

• Provides the best possible diagnostic study for each patient by applying professional judgment and discretion  
• Anticipates and responds to the needs of the patient while undergoing radiographic examination  
• Works with others to elevate the quality of care delivered  
• Produces quality diagnostic imaging studies  
• Collects pertinent data about the patient and the procedure  
• Reconfirms patient identification and verifies the procedure requested or prescribed  
• Verifies patient’s pregnancy status as appropriate  
• Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure  
• Assesses factors that may contraindicate the procedure, such as medications, insufficient patient .Analyzes the information obtained during the assessment phase and develops an action plan for   completing the procedure  
• Using professional judgment adepts imaging procedures as appropriate to improve diagnostic   information and improve outcomes  
• Consults appropriate medical personnel to determine a modified action plan when necessary  
• Evaluates lab values prior to administering contrast media and beginning interventional procedures  
• Selects appropriate shielding devices  
• Determines appropriate type and amount of contrast agent to be administered, based on patient age,   weight and medical/physical status  
• Reviews patient chart and the physician request to determine optimal imaging technique for   suspected pathology  
• Provides information about the procedure to the patient/family and other health care providers  
• Verifies that the patient/family have consented to the procedure and fully understand any risks,   benefits, alternatives and follow-up  
• Provides accurate explanations and instructions at the appropriate time and at a level the   patient/family can understand  
• Maintains controlled access to restricted areas during radiation exposure to ensure safety of patients,   families and hospital personnel  
• Addresses and documents patient questions and concerns regarding the procedure when appropriate  
• Refers questions about diagnosis, treatment, or prognosis to the patient’s physician  
• Provides appropriate information to other individuals involved in the patient’s care  
• Consults with other departments, such as respiratory therapy and anesthesia for patient services  
• Instructs patients regarding preparation prior to imaging procedures, including providing information   about oral or bowel preparation and allergy preparation, as appropriate  
• Ensures all procedural requirements are in place to achieve a quality diagnostic examination  
• Implements action plans that fall within established protocols and guidelines  
• Elicits patient/family cooperation to carry out the action plan  
• Uses and integrated team approach as needed  
• Uses accessory equipment when appropriate  
• Assesses and monitors the patient’s physical and mental state while undergoing procedure  
• Administers contrast agents according to established guidelines  
• Monitors the patient for reactions to contrast agent  
• Uses appropriate radiation safety devices  
• Applies appropriate patient immobilization devices when necessary  
• Evaluates goals of the action plan (procedure) to determine that all goals have been achieved   
• Evaluates the patient and the procedure in a timely, accurate and comprehensive manner to identify variances that may affect patient outcome .EDUCATION AND/OR

EXPERIENCE:

• Associate's degree (A

A) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school accredited by the   Committee of Allied Health Education and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic   Technology  
• Registered or registry eligible as an RT-R by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
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