Radiographer II
King of Prussia, PA
HonorVet Technologies
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Title:Radiographer II

Job Category:Clinical-Allied

Duties:Job Summary:
-Under the direction of the Radiology Manager and Diagnostic Team Leader, performs a variety of diagnostic Procedures with technical expertise and competency.
-Understand the daily operations of all radiographic equipment and departmental flow to obtain optimal imaging and patient care for diagnosis and measure of disease.
-Performs and assists in various general diagnostic procedures that produce optimal imaging with diagnostic quality according to the department’s policy and procedures daily.
-Follows standards for routine diagnostic exams, positioning, patient care and documentation as prescribed in the procedure manual set forth by the imaging department.
-Provide optimal diagnostic imaging and radiation safety for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation.
-Selects the appropriate technical factors, safety devices, and operates all imaging equipment as directed.
-Orient and train all Radiology students, new employees.
-Identifies Processes Transfers and Archives all patient exams.
-Responsible for proper identification on all exam records and images including patient demographics.
-Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position.
-Maintains constant attention to patient assigned to the technologist.
-Maintains all records in accordance with Hospital and Regulatory policy.
-Maintains all HIPAA regulations and policies regarding patient info.
-Maintains appropriate records of patient examinations.
-Maintains the integrity and security of the Radiology Information System and all other hospital computer systems.
-Adheres to federal and state radiation safety guidelines and regulations regarding patient and operator protection, collimation, and shielding.
-Ensures dosimeter badge is worn while he/she is working in the imaging department.
-Document and record the (DAP) Dose Area Product.
-Provide radiation protection in accordance with all safety standards and the principle of ALARA to ensure the well-being of patients, hospital personnel, and the public and while performing any duties.
-Conducts self in a professional manner.
-Refers to the Diagnostic Team Leader for any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline and other activities.
-Promotes professionalism, continuing education and staff development.
-Participates in the formal in-service program governed by the Radiology Department.
-Subject to covering call for holidays.
-Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education are required annually.
-Completes training and in-services presentations required for the Diagnostic Department.
-Obtains 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance, and 6 CE Credits of which are offered through CHOP Radiology Initiatives.
-Promotes Family Centered Care Philosophy.

Skills:Required Skills & Experience:
-At least three (3)years of experience.
-Intermediate knowledge of all forms of diagnostic imaging.
-Intermediate knowledge of specific/cross trained area.
-Intermediate knowledge of Radiology Information System.
-Able to handle multiple tasks.
-Good organizational skills.
-Good phone etiquette and communication skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience:
-Pediatric experience.

Education:Required Education:
-High school diploma or GED.
-Technical diploma from a radiology program.
-Complete all hospital and Radiology Department mandatory education as required annually.
-Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position.

Preferred Education:
-N/A

Required Certifications & Licensure:
-Radiology Technologist (RT) from the American Registry for Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
-Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross).
-Obtains 12 CE credits/year for ARRT Compliance, and 6 CE Credits of which are offered through CHOP Radiology Initiatives.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
-N/A

Schedule Notes:Schedule: 8x5 or 4x10.
Shift: Primarily Day Shift, with the possibility of rotating between Day and Evening shifts as needed. No overnight shifts are required.
Peds Experience is a mush Have.
Skills:
DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING
RADIOLOGY INFORMATION SYSTEM
RADIATION SAFETY
PATIENT CARE
IMAGE PROCESSING
HIPAA COMPLIANCE
ALARA PRINCIPLES
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE