The Radiologist Technologist is responsible for the maintenance and quality of patient care on a continuing basis for the Diagnostic Radiology department and throughout the organization. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

Produce a variety of high quality radiographs through proper positioning and technique 

Administer contrast media using proper technique and according to department policy 

Utilize assigned functions with the Radiology Information System to complete paperwork and to document contrast media reactions 

Utilize the hospital computer system to enter radiology and laboratory orders, charges, and/or credits 

Review patient’s chart for confirmation of physician's orders and follows written and/or verbal protocols and instructions 

Follow department, NRC, and State policies and regulations for radiation safety to keep exposure "ALARA" 

Educate the patient, and family when necessary, regarding the exam, treatment, and outcome 

Perform visual preventative safety inspections and report dangerous department or equipment conditions to the appropriate personnel 

Communicate equipment malfunctions and low inventory levels to appropriate supervisor 

Perform procedures as the schedule requires and rotate call 

Perform other duties as assigned 

Summary of Other Job Duties and Expectations 

Adhere to the Service Excellence Standards and Expectations at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center 

Exhibit excellent customer relations to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers 

Exhibit courteous communication skills and an ability to work with others, exercising good judgment in performance of job duties 

Demonstrate courtesy, compassion, and respect to others in adherence of the hospital's philosophy and policy for promoting  positive workplace and customer environments 

Work as a team to continuously improve work quality. 

Confirm patient identification prior to procedure by verbal confirmation on outpatients and identification band on in-patients 

Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services 

Present self in a positive manner as reflected by personal attire and etiquette 

Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling, when necessary, to ensure patient care 

Supervisory Responsibilities  

Reports to: The Operations Manager, though may also receive work from Radiologists, the Administrative Director of Radiology, and the Senior and Clinical Leads 

Supervises: None 

Responsibilities: N/A 

Qualifications 

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. 

Education and Experience  

Minimum Required Education: Graduate of an accredited program in radiologic technology 

Preferred Education: N/A 

Experience: Previous experience as a registered technologist is preferred, but will accept a new graduate 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations  

Applicants must be ARRT registered or registry eligible; applicants who are registry eligible must be registered within three months of employment.  Must be BLS certified.