TH Medical Radiographer - Assistant Director IR​/Special Procedures

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Job Description - TH Medical Radiographer - Assistant Director IR/Special Procedures (2504587)

TH Medical Radiographer - Assistant Director IR/Special Procedures

To supervise technical staff and perform those duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures involving independent judgment and initiative in the Interventional Radiology-Special Procedures section. Recommends area assignments and schedules of personnel to coordinate activities within the department, and with other departmental activities and services of the hospital. Devise and implement follow-up system for all Interventional Radiology-Special Procedures patients.

Update policies and procedures as necessary. Initiate and implement research projects.

• Technical /Clinical Responsibilities:
  Responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A radiographer performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, acquires, and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner.
• Duties include but not limited to:
• Transfers and positions, provides immobilization devices, as required, to produce diagnostic Radiographs.
• Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.
• Selects and operates equipment as directed.
• Provides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Provides assistance to the physician performing the case and provide all necessary equipment and supplies.
• Performs QA to images and facilitate in the delivery of the images and exams to the file room and PACS system for dictation.
• Verify all information related to the patient and exam to reduce radiation exposure as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) without compromising image quality.
• Independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Radiographers prepare, administer and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy. Practice sterile techniques and prevent cross contamination.
• Responsible for specific areas of instruction in the school of technology and ancillary personnel. Required to teach radiology students or appropriate hospital personnel established procedures and operation of equipment in accordance with the guideline and teaching objectives of the department.
• Assist in performing first aid or BLS when needed.
• Conduct periodic quality control tests. Participate or conduct required specialty research.
• Maintain order and cleanliness; secure and return supplies; cooperate with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department; rotate within the department and other departments and by shift as required; adhere to hospital and departmental rules and regulations; may be required to assist in the development of technical factors for optimum image quality; may assist in the use of a variety of equipment or procedures not routinely taught;
  
  participate in in-service programs; complete annual recertification and corporate education timely and as assigned; meet all regulatory requirements such as DOH, Joint Commission, etc.
• Responsible for daily operation of IR Special Procedures in conjunction with the Associate Director to ensure optimal patient throughput and examinations of diagnostic quality.
• Develop and implement work assignments, vacation, and holiday coverage in conjunction with the Associate Director.
• Ensure radiation exposure used by staff is as low as reasonably achievable and ensure compliance with all Hospital and regulatory agency policies; adhere to the department/section quality assurance plan.
• Responsible for reporting attendance on a daily basis.
• Initiates employee evaluations, reports problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, procedures, and recommends action in all personnel matters for employees assigned to this section to the Associate Director.
• Communication:
  Use effective communication with patients, their family members, medical staff, other healthcare professionals, visitors, and other personnel.
• Team Work:
  Cooperate with other Radiology staff members and all Hospital personnel.
• Reliability:
  Adhere to department policies and procedures with regard to attendance and punctuality.
• Attend all departmental meetings (Operations, QA Meetings) and conduct periodic section staff meetings and in-services.
• Assist in budget preparation, long term planning, employee orientation, and implementation of the Radiology Information System, PACS System, Computerized Radiography, and Digital Radiography.
• Responsible for inventory, procurement, storage of supplies, and equipment maintenance. Reduce overtime and purchase supplies at lowest cost without interfering with patient care services.
• Ensure all staff complete their annual health assessment, LMS recertification, and all certification and licenses are kept current;…