Major Responsibilities:

Positioning and Image Critique1)Ability to competently position patients for all exams2)Perform problem solving as it relates to physical limitations of patient during patient positioning3)Competent to perform image reviews to determine if more views are necessary to complete the exam4)Ability to select and adjust technical factors governing the imaging process5)Ability to identify artifacts on images and assist in problem solving6)Has minimum amount of repeat work7)Annual competenciesCompetent operation in understanding of equipment and safety1)Able to operate equipment in a competent manner2)Able to modify technical factors as situation warrants3)Able to perform start up and shut down procedures on all equipment4)Ensures that images are labeled and marked correctly5)Inspect equipment on a daily basis6)Reports any malfunctions to leader. If leader is unavailable contact proper ACE for repairs if needed.7)Performs problem solving as situation warrants; ie. equipment malfunctions and physical limitations of equipment8)Handles all equipment with care9)Surgical: for c arm cases, sends key images to PACS, enters orders as appropriate, arrives, begins, and ends exam in the Epic System.Delivery of Patient Care1)Responsible for the welfare and care of all patients directly under their control; ie. implementation of immobilization devices as necessary for their safety and comfort2)Secures history from patients and records on appropriate form for radiologist3)Ability to perform C-Arm and portables in the ASC, while keeping patient care in mind4)Ability to perform in Pain Clinic while keeping patient care in mind5)Surgical: documents Pain Clinic and ASC cases as requiredPACS, EMR, and other software1)Demonstrates the ability to arrive, begin and end studies in the EMR as well as able to enter outside order as appropriate2)Demonstrates the ability to utilize Modality Work list/or select patient in Modality, acquire and send images from the modality to PACS3)Demonstrates the ability to log into PACS and retrieve the appropriate study4)Carries out the QC process for the images in PACS.5)Selects the correct buttons for prior exams and availability.6)Determines if pertinent priors are available in PACS.7)Ensures the image link is available and working in the EMR.8)Notifies the PACS Administrator or assistant of any issues that they are not able to resolve.9)General troubleshooting- ie. splitting and merging studies, changing accession numbers.10)Ability to use IPAD interpretation servicesParticipates in professional development1)Attends and participates in department meetings2)Maintains required amounts of CME credits3)Maintains current ARRT certification/registration and IEMA licensure4)Participates in problem solving that would improve quality for the department5)Maintains CPR certification6)Provides direction to new staff and staff in need of assistance7)Contributes to performance goals of department8)Completes required classes in ATMSOther Duties1)Stocks rooms as needed2)Assists other as needed3)Participates in patient education4)Participates in QC/QA testing-notifies supervisor when testing has exceeded the boundaries5)Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience Required:

Graduate of AMA approved school/program of Radiologic Technology

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Knowledge of radiology procedures and equipmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsPrevious outpatient service preferredBasic computer skills with proficiency in multiple programsAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) andLicensed by Illinois Emergency Management Agency(IEMA)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

May be exposed to hazardous materialsMay be exposed to life threatening diseasesFlexible in a changing environmentAbility to lift and/or move patientsAbility to work under stressful conditionsAble to make independent professional decisionsTravel between work assignments if necessaryWillingness to work overtimeResponds positively to requests to work on short noticeFlexible in start and end timesMust be able to travel to any of our 6 x-ray sites and work any shift or dayAbility to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Addendum: DEXA TECHNOLOGIST: • Proficient in operation of DEXA unit and in positioning all areas to be scanned according to protocol. • Review history from patient to ensure accurate information is obtained. • Analyze exam appropriately. • Archive daily, retrieve previous exams daily and perform all system backups weekly. • Submit to Radiologist with required paperwork. SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST: • Proficient in the operation of the C-Arm and portable. • Determine appropriate technique based on anatomy • Documents patients on log sheet in the ASC and in log book in Radiology. • Print pictures per physician request. • Submit films to Radiologist for interpretation.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.