Radiologic Technologist: Diagnostic Imaging Pro

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA seeks a Diagnostic Technologist to prepare patients and perform routine radiographic procedures. You will present high-quality images to Radiologists with appropriate comparison studies, supporting quality service for patients, families, physicians, and staff.

Responsibilities include confirming orders, ensuring patient safety, maintaining imaging system competency, supervising students, and contributing to performance-improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• ARRT registered or registry-eligible in Radiologic Technology.
• Completion of accredited two-year program in Radiologic Technology or equivalent.
• VA State Radiologic Technologist License is required for all outpatient facilities.
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Three years relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for radiology examinations by confirming physicians’ orders, verifying patients’ identities, and obtaining adequate medical histories to ensure the appropriateness of examinations and facilitate timely, accurate diagnosis of the patient.
• Performs radiology examinations/procedures on all patient age groups and maintains clinical competency as evidenced by completion of an annual Competency Based Orientation Tool for Radiologic Technology Clinical Associates Level I.
• Adheres to departmental policies, procedures, standards, and protocols to ensure effective departmental operations and quality patient care.
• Demonstrates a high degree of knowledge and understanding of diagnostic imaging services/activities.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors by requiring and supporting the establishment, maintenance, and education of an effective safety management program.
• Effectively interacts with students, consistently providing supervision and instruction.
• Is supportive of the MWH School of Radiologic Technology and the Radiology cross-training program.
• Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and materials to ensure their continued availability and non-interruption of services.
• Reports, records, and files patient and procedural data in order to accurately document department operations and facilitate timely accurate billing for services.
• Maintains competency in the use of iSite PACs, syngo, Soarian, and other information and image management systems.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities for the Diagnostic Section utilizing the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) approach to improvement and incorporates LEAN methodology.
• Maintains authority to administer contrast agents and follows established guidelines for the selection/administration of appropriate contrast type, amount, and concentration.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to meet the age specific needs of the patient groups identified below under Qualifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Patient interaction

Safety protocols

ARRT eligible

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

iSite PACs

syngo

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA seeks a Diagnostic Technologist to prepare patients and perform routine radiographic procedures. You will present high-quality images to Radiologists with appropriate comparison studies, supporting quality service for patients, families, physicians, and staff.

Responsibilities include confirming orders, ensuring patient safety, maintaining imaging system competency, supervising students, and contributing to performance-improvement initiatives.