Surgical Radiology Technologist

Job Description

The Surgical Radiology Technologist is responsible for performing radiographic procedures by the application of ionizing radiation to produce radiographic images under a variety of conditions, and assisting physicians as required with the selection of practical applications and technical factors.

Job Relationships

Reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Operations Manager

Principal Responsibilities

• Responsible for coverage in Ambulatory Surgery, Pain Clinic and Diagnostic Radiology with varying shifts.
• Obtain diagnostic radiographs utilizing proper exposure factors consistent with ALARA according to protocols established by Clinical Radiologists, SC.
• Ability to operate a C-Arm.
• Knowledge of and experience in CR/DR/DRX image acquisition and manipulation, including correcting data regarding patient information and image detail in PACS.
• Knowledgeable of all procedures and protocols in the Surgery department, Pain Clinic and Radiology department.
• Responsible when using Springfield Clinic computers and telephone as needed for patient care.
• Proficient use of multiple computer systems relating to job.
• Provide orientation/training to new technologists.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

Must be a graduate of a JRCERT approved school of Radiology, and provide proof of current active certification with the ARRT.

Licenses/Certificates

Must maintain current active registration with the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Radiography.

Must maintain current active licensure in Radiology with IEMA (Illinois Emergency Management Agency-Division of Nuclear Safety).

CPR certification per American Heart Association guidelines required within 30 days of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must maintain professional behavior.
• Must have the ability to work flexible hours based on department needs.
• Must have the ability to control emotions and maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment and adjust to various personalities and situations.
• Able to work with arms above head.
• Able to wear lead apron for long periods of time.
• Able to walk and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Able to move mobile surgical x-ray equipment to various areas in the facility.
• Ability to perform occasional heavy lifting, i.e. transferring patients to x-ray tables.
• Able to assist patient to and from carts and tables.
• Possess manual dexterity to use keyboard and handle equipment and appliances.
• Capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, lifting and twisting.

Working Environment

Will be exposed to conditions including exposure to blood and body fluids, tissue, contagious diseases and/or potentially hazardous materials.

PHI/Privacy Level

HIPAA2