Company Overview
Facility
LOC0001 – 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name
SSH Imaging Diagnostic
Status
Full time
Budgeted Hours
40
Shift
Night (United States of America)
Hourly Pay Range: $37 – $49.80
Under the direction of the Department Manager, performs interpretive, patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients.
1 – Patient Care
a – Confirm patient’s identity.
b – Evaluate patient’s ability to understand and comply with requirements for the requested examination.
c – Explain and confirm patient’s preparation (e.g., diet restrictions, preparatory medications) prior to radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations.
d – Examine radiographic requisition to verify accuracy and completeness of information (e.g., patient history, clinical diagnosis).
e – Sequence imaging procedures to avoid residual contrast material affecting future exams.
f – Responsible for medical equipment attached to patients (e.g., IV’s, oxygen) during the radiographic procedures.
g – Provide for patient safety, comfort, and modesty.
h – Communicate scheduling delays to waiting patients.
i – Verify or obtain patient consent as necessary (e.g., contrast studies).
j – Explain procedure instructions to patient or patient’s family.
2 – (continued from # 1)
a – Practice standard precautions.
b – Follow appropriate procedures when in contact with patient in isolation.
c – Select immobilization devices, when indicated, to prevent patient’s movement and/or ensure patients safety.
d – Use proper body mechanics and/or mechanical transfer devices when assisting patient.
e – Prior to administration of contrast agent, gather information to determine appropriate dosage, and to determine if patient is at increased risk of adverse reaction.
f – Confirm type of contrast media and prepare for administration.
g – Use sterile or aseptic technique and prepare for administration.
h – Observe patient after administration of contrast media to detect adverse reactions.
i – Recognize need for prompt medical attention and administer emergency care.
j – Explain post-procedural instructions to patient or patient’s family.
3 – (continued from #2)
a – Maintain confidentiality of patient’s information.
b – Document required information on patient’s medical record (e.g., radiographic requisitions, radiographs).
c – Quality assures exams performed to capture the technical and room time.
d – Performs work of equal skill, effort and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increase responsibility.
4 – Radiation Protection
a – Clean, disinfect or sterilize facilities and equipment, and dispose of contaminated items in preparation for next examination.
b – Evaluate the need for and use of protective shielding.
c – Take appropriate precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patient.
d – Question female patient of child-bearing age about possible pregnancy and take appropriate action (i.e., document response, contact physician).
e – Restrict beam to limit exposure area, improve image quality, and reduce radiation dose.
f – Set kVp, mA and time or automatic exposure system to achieve optimum image quality, safe operating conditions, and minimum radiation dose.
g – Prevent all unnecessary persons from remaining in area during x-ray exposure.
h – Take appropriate precautions to minimize occupation radiation exposure.
i – Wear a personnel monitoring device while on duty.
j – Evaluate individual occupational exposure reports to determine if values for the reporting period are within established limits.
5 – Equipment Operation
a – Prepare and operate radiographic unit and accessories.
- Three-phrase generator.
- High frequency generator.
- Bone densitometry unit.
b – Prepare and operate fluoroscopy unit and accessories.
- Fixed fluoroscopic unit and accessories
- Pulse fluoroscopy
- Digital fluoroscopy
- Mobile fluoroscopic unit
c – Prepare and operate digital imaging devices.
- Computerized radiography
- Direct digital radiography
- Picture archival and communication system (PACS)
6 – Image Production
a – Remove all radiopaque materials from patient or table that could interfere with the radiographic image.
b – Select equipment and accessories (e.g., grid, compensating filters, shielding for the examination requested.
c – Use radiopaque markers to indicate anatomical side, position or other relevant information(e.g., time, upright, decubitis, post-void).
d – Explain breathing instructions prior to making the exposure.
e – Position patient to demonstrate the desired anatomy using body landmarks.
f – Determine appropriate exposure factors using calipers and technique charts.
- Fixed kVp technique chart
- Variable kVp technique chart
- Calipers (to determine patient thickness for exposure)
- Automatic exposure control (AEC)
g – Modify exposure factors for circumstances such as involuntary motion, casts and splints, pathological conditions, or patient’s inability to cooperate.
h – Process exposed image.
i – Reload cassettes and magazines by selecting film of proper size and type.
j – Prepare digital/computed image receptor for exposure.
7 – (continued from #6)
a – Verify accuracy of patient identification on radiograph.
b – Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality.
c – Determine corrective measures if radiograph is not of diagnostic quality and take appropriate action.
d – Store and handle film/cassette in a manner which will reduce the possibility of artifact production.
8 – Equipment Maintenance
a – Recognize and report malfunctions in the radiographic or fluoroscopic unit and accessories.
- Visual inspection of equipment.
b – Perform basic evaluations of radiographic equipment and accessories.
- Beam restriction system
- Beam alignment
- Source-to-image receptor distance indicator
- Radiation protection devices (lead aprons and gloves).
10 – Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
a – Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
b – Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
c – Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
d – Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing , as observed by nurse manager and peers.
e – Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
f – Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
g – Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
h – Adheres to universal precautions.
i – Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
j – Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Cont.)
1 – Technology and Learning
a – Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
b – Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education – Preferred
graduate of an approved two-year program.
Minimum Work Experience
Six (6) months to be fully proficient.
Required Licenses / Registrations
RT – MA – Radiologic Technologist (Massachusetts)
Overnights, 8 or 10 hour shifts are available.
Responsibilities If Required
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements
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