This position will include working at Riddle Surgical Center and Jefferson Surgical Center at the Navy Yard.

This position is responsible for following established procedures and protocols. Technologist performs diagnostic radiographic procedures to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. The scope of the position includes explaining procedure to the patients, accurately operating all imaging equipment, demonstrating clinical and age specific competencies in performing all diagnostic procedures and selecting accurate technical factors for optimal image quality. Technologist is responsible for practicing radiation safety in the operations of radiation-emitting equipment. Technologist demonstrates the ability to review images for interpretation.

Minimum Qualifications

Technologist must be registered and in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic
Technology (ARRT)
Maintains certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS)
Compliance with COVID and Influenza requirements

Essential Functions

Reviews and interprets physician orders for the diagnostic x-ray procedure accurately
Validates all patient identification before performing any diagnostic x-ray procedure accurately
Communicates with the patient to obtain a medical history and/or specific medical information that is pertinent to the procedure and/or patient’s well-being during the procedure
Validates proper working conditions and technical factors of all imaging equipment and procedure room
Explains procedure to the patient to facilitate patient cooperation and alleviate patient anxiety; ensures patient comfort and safety
Assumes responsibility for patient care during the imaging procedure including infection control
Follows procedure protocols and policies and procedures in performing diagnostic x-ray procedures
Demonstrates competence in collimation, patient positioning, and radiation safety to reduce radiation exposure as much as possible
Practices radiation safety for patients, family, visitors, and self
Critiques all images for image quality for interpretation
Actively participates in the Quality Assurance program(s)
Consistently demonstrates the ability to recognize priorities and deal with them promptly
Establishes and maintains a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all members of the department and facility
Demonstrates a willingness to learn new procedures and assist in other areas as needed
Participates in standby call as needed to support the department/facility

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit, converse, and listen; use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee must be able to lift and/or carry over 20 pounds on a regular basis and be able to push/pull over 25 pounds on a regular basis.

The employee must be able to stand and/or walk at least five hours per day.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.