Radiographer I

University of Maryland Medical System; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a qualified Radiologic Technologist to perform routine and specialized diagnostic procedures. Responsibilities include ensuring patient safety, executing radiology skills, and documenting patient care.

Candidates should hold an Associate Degree in radiologic technology, be registered with ARRT, and hold a Maryland Radiographer license. This role requires active participation in departmental performance initiatives and a commitment to training and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience preferred.
• Registered with American Registry Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Licensed Radiographer in the State of Maryland.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Executes clinical competence in general radiology.
• Documents accurate patient care activity.
• Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

General radiology skills

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Radiation protection principles

Patient care skills

Documentation in electronic health records

Education

Associate Degree in radiologic technology

Job description

Overview

Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Key Responsibility 1: Executes basic clinical competence in general radiology including fluoroscopy, in all locations across all patient types. Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.
• Actively participates in the Clinical Ladder Program, if implemented, at the individual System hospital/location, meeting and maintaining all Program standards and requirements.
• Key Responsibility 2: Applies knowledge of radiology principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, radiation protection and physics, radiographic positioning, and patient care skills. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
• Key Responsibility 3: Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
• Key Responsibility 4: Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment. Maintains supplies and inventory in the area. Informs appropriate colleagues when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors. Documents and reports related to equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy.
• Key Responsibility 5: Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience, and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and educational activities.

Education

• Associate Degree, or Certificate, in radiologic technology from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Experience

• 2+ years

Licensures/Certifications

• Registered with American Registry Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
• Licensed Radiographer - State of MD
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification