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 Six (6) months of hire - unless deemed not possible as a result of the temporary closure of testing centers due to circumstances such as pandemic.
3.West Virginia State Licensure, or applicable state licensure where services will be performed (excluding Pennsylvania).
4.Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of hire.
5.If hired after 1/1/2019, Computed Tomography Registration is required within One (1) year of hire - unless deemed not possible as a result of the temporary closure of testing centers due to circumstances such as pandemic.
If hired before 1/1/2019, Computed Tomography Registration must be obtained by 12/31/2020 - unless deemed not possible as a result of the temporary closure of testing centers due to circumstances such as pandemic.

CORE JOB 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.

1. Prepares room, equipment, materials, as needed for patient exams, including sterile technique. Cleans and disinfects rooms and equipment following each patient exam, using current infection control policies.
2. Performs examinations per Physician's orders and explains procedures to the patients. Documents any variations from protocol due to patient's condition or other unknown cause and relays patient history and clinical data to Radiologist.
3. Observes patient and equipment and reports any unusual occurrences or changes. Transports and assists patients as needed.
4. Documents status of patient in reference to radiology/CT procedure on patient's chart.
5. Documents variances repeats and other such occurrences to help maintain high quality health care and opportunity for quality improvement.
6. Maintains stock supplies, performs general office duties, responsible for proper film labeling and following prescribed techniques to assure acceptable quality and consistency.
7. Practices safe radiation exposure and protection as well as general safety for patient's, visitors, and staff at all times.
8. Participates in the patient safety training and patient protection, including the needs and methods to report medical/healthcare errors and abuse.
9. Produces diagnostic quality images utilizing CT equipment and effectively judges CT images for proper technique to best demonstrate anatomy and pathology.
10. Performs diagnostic studies using mobile radiographic equipment in emergency or patient rooms as ordered by physician. Performs diagnostic studies in surgical suite with C-Arm and other equipment.
11. Provides care specific to the needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
12. Shows desire and interest in continuing education, attends staff meetings when possible; if missed, must read and sign meeting minutes. Assists in orientation and training of new employees.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing duties throughout the work shift.
2. Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying amounts of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis; exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
3. Hearing and visual acuity must be within normal range.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Exposure to body fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, explosive gases, cleaning agents, and disinfectants on a daily basis.
2. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.
3. Exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of growth and development, understanding of the patient's needs and scope of treatment.
2. Understands the dynamics for each patient incorporating biophysical, bio-psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, spiritual, cultural, ethical and discharge planning needs.
3. Knowledge of total care of patients, whose disease is not responsive to curative treatment, focusing on the control of pain and other symptoms.

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