Radiologic Technologist

Children’s National Hospital

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Washington, District of Columbia

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Perform high-quality diagnostic imaging exams while ensuring excellent patient care and safety. Maintain imaging equipment, adhere to OSHA regulations, and collaborate with team members to improve clinical processes.

Qualifications

You have graduated from an AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program and possess an ARRT certification. You are capable of producing high-quality diagnostic images using proper positioning and technique, while ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the examination.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Radiologic Technology

Diagnostic Imaging

Radiographic Positioning

Radiation Safety

ARRT Certification

Job Description

The Radiologic Technician will perform high quality diagnostic imaging exams while providing excellent patient care.

Minimum Education
High School Diploma or GED Graduate of an AMA approved program in Radiologic Technology (Required)

Minimum Work Experience
0 years experience (new graduates accepted) (Required)

Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Radiography Technologist (ARRT) (Required)

Functional Accountabilities
Radiographic Positioning & Technique
  • Demonstrate working knowledge of all diagnostic imaging equipment and related components.
  • Produce high quality radiographs by using proper positioning and immobilization techniques.
  • Set appropriate exposure factors to produce high quality films.
  • Determine when repeats are required.
Quality Control
  • Assure permanent film identification by using lead markers.
  • Identify each radiograph/image with proper and permanent patient data.
  • Follow correct procedures in regard to warm-up, use and shut-down of equipment.
  • Check paperwork, film jackets and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and complete RIS assignments immediately following exam.
  • Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and equipment.
Patient Care
  • Assure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam.
  • Explain exam to patients/parents.
  • Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment times and accommodate stat or add-on requests.
  • Communicate with patient throughout the exam and release patient/parent with appropriate follow-up info.
  • Cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH-affiliated site.
Clinical Safety
  • Adhere to all OSHA regulations.
  • Inquire about menstrual status and possibility of pregnancy for female adolescents and teens.
  • Shield patients whenever possible.
  • Practice personal radiation safety .
  • Immediately report equipment malfunctions to manager .
Safety
  • Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
  • Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
  • Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
  • Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
  • Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
  • Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Organizational Accountabilities
Professional Development
  • Maintain A.R.R.T . certification
  • Biennially update nCPR certification
  • Complete mandatory annual reviews
  • Attend seminars and in-services
Organizational Commitment/Identification
  • Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
  • Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
  • Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times
Customer Service
  • Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
  • Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
  • Partner with all team members to achieve goals
  • Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
  • Contribute to a positive work environment
  • Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
  • Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
  • Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
  • Use resources efficiently
  • Search for less costly ways of doing things
Organizational Accountabilities (Staff)
Organizational Commitment/Identification
  • Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met

Teamwork/Communication
  • Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
  • Partner with all team members to achieve goals
  • Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions

Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
  • Contribute to a positive work environment
  • Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
  • Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
  • Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment

Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
  • Use resources efficiently
  • Search for less costly ways of doing things

Safety
  • Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
  • Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
  • Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
  • Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
  • Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
  • Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

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