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Camden Clark Memorial Hospital Corporation Radiology Technologist (JR24-35469) in Parkersburg, West Virginia
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Performs imaging / therapeutic services and associated patient care with support of the Radiology Department mission to provide diagnostic information for the subsequent treatment of patients at WVU Medicine.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1.Completion of an Accredited Radiography School 2.ARRT certification / eligible in Radiography (must become ARRT Certified within 6 months of hire) 3.West Virginia State Licensure, or applicable state licensure where services will be performed (excluding PA) 4.Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire 5. State criminal background check, and federal, if applicable, as required for state department of health (e.g. PA DOH, OH DOH, MD DOH, WV DHHR) regulated areas based on physical work location.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
- Rotates in all Diagnostic areas for development of technical skills. (Fluoro, Mobiles, Routine, Operating Room, Endoscopy, Orthopedics).
- Performs image procedures based on assessment of the status of the patient, request of the service, and imaging protocols. Monitored by periodic image evaluations and supervision.
- Produces images of optimal quality by using imaging equipment and systems in the provision of image delivery and archiving.
- Select exposure factors based on patient's size, condition, and pathology resulting in optimal image quality, utilizing minimal radiation exposure.
- Minimizes radiation exposure to self, patients and other staff by the use of shielding, collimation, application of the inverse square law, and minimizing repeat exposures.
- Maintains an expertise in anatomy, physiology, and pathology relative to imaging in order to optimize the procedure and ensure patient care / safety.
- Assesses patient's needs and provides imaging related to comfort, hygiene, range of motion, and provides support accordingly.
- Prepares contrast agents, specific pharmaceuticals, and sterile trays; which are utilized for the imaging procedure according to procedural guidelines and protocols.
- Educates patients regarding radiographic procedures by explaining the procedure and answering questions accordingly.
- Promotes the team approach to providing Radiology services by positively interacting with the technical, support, nursing, and medical staff.
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