Diagnostic Xray Technologist 1 - FMC

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Diagnostic / X-ray Radiology Technologist 1 performs diagnostic radiographic procedures using stationary and mobile radiographic equipment according to established standards. This position provides basic patient care, processes films, maintains equipment, transports patients and prepares and maintains documentation in an outpatient or acute care setting.

This position's work location is on-site only.

Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Obtains patient history.
• Educates patients / families regarding procedures and / or treatment to be performed as well as risk factors and prevention.
• Positions patients appropriately for the applicable radiographic procedure.
• Performs radiographic procedures and analysis according to departmental guidelines.
• Develops and evaluates radiographic results for technical quality, such as density, contrast, definition and distortion,
• Applies learned methodologies with independent judgment according to established policies and procedures.
• Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established policies.
• Maintains infection prevention standards
• Explains standard procedures and answers patients questions.
• Prepares, cleans, adjusts, inspects and maintains equipment.
• Produces quality images and prepares / presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation Prepares and maintains accurate documentation, archiving imaging data as needed or required.
• Prepares and maintains accurate documentation, archiving imaging data as needed or required.
• Collaborates with physicians and other medical professionals.

Modality Specific

Quality

Education

Compliance / Safety

Qualifications

Education

Associates of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology - Required

Certification & Licensures

Current Radiologic Technologist certification ® with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) – Required

AZDHS Certified Radiologic Technologist - Required upon date of hire

BLS (American Heart Assoc.)- Required

Fingerprint Clearance Card application number- Required upon hire

Fingerprint clearance card required within 90 days from date of hire.

Employee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for the roles assigned by their departmental leader.

Experience

One year experience in Diagnostic Radiology - Preferred

Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must understand computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.