JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Radiologic Tech I - OP
Job Code: 200680
FLSA: Non-exempt
Department: Urgent Care / Physician Practice
Effective Date: 07/15
Revised:
Approving Signatures
Director
Administrative V.P.
Human Resources
DESCRIPTION SUMMARY: Performs a variety of diagnostic x-ray procedures under the clinical direction of a
Radiologist. Schedules and registers patients for exams. Obtains insurance authorizations for diagnostic imaging exams.
EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS AND TRAINING REQUIRED: Graduate of an accredited school or training program for
Radiologic Technologists and eligible to be registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Incumbent must obtain registry status within 12 months from date of hire. Incumbent will be required to demonstrate
competence in the performance of duties specific to the age groups of the patients for whom s/he will be assigned.
EXPERIENCE: No previous experience required. Given training and on-the-job experience, incumbent should be
proficient in the basic aspects of the job within 1 month. Should be proficient in clinic practice within one month of
employment.
OTHER: Interpersonal skills. Empathy and compassion. Organizational skills. Basic computer skills. Ability to work with
minimal supervision.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: Supervises: None
Reports To: Practice Manager
COMMUNICATIONS: Requires frequent communications with patients. Routine communications with departmental staff
and physicians. Periodic communications with nursing personnel and family/friends of patients. Purpose includes giving
and receiving information, explaining services, rules or procedures, obtaining consents, or providing instructions regarding
policies or standards. Requires well-developed communication skills, tact and discretion in order to obtain cooperation
and understanding, discuss and resolve routine technical problems and maintain goodwill
WORKING HOURS AND OVERTIME STATUS: Required to work the established hours of the clinic. Will assist with all
patients and complete all required documentation and activities before leaving premises. Will assist in Public
Relations/health fair activities as required. Classified as non-exempt for purposes of overtime.
DRESS POLICY: Department approved apparel in compliance with Hospital Image Policy. Sturdy closed-toe shoes with
non-slip sole. Dosimetry badge.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Works in light and temperature controlled environment. Occasionally exposed to somewhat
unpleasant odors and fumes. Required to work around radiation producing equipment on a constant basis. Routine
potential exposure to air and blood borne pathogens. Occasionally exposed to combative patient.
EXPOSURE DETERMINATION:OSHA requires an exposure determination concerning which employees may incur
occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. The exposure determination is made without
regard to the use of personal protective equipment (i.e. employees are considered to be exposed even if they wear
personal protective equipment.) This exposure determination is required to list all job classifications in which all
employees may be expected to incur such occupational exposure, regardless of frequency. It is the department’s
responsibility to perform exposure determination for all employees and to list job classifications in one of three categories.
Category 1 includes employees who are routinely exposed to blood borne pathogens
Category 2 includes employees who are not usually exposed, but for whom contact with infectious materials can be
reasonably anticipated during the course of their duties.
Category 3 is for employees who are not exposed to infectious materials in the normal course of their job duties.
This job is rated as a category _____ (1, 2, or 3).
BIOHAZARDOUS DRUGS: As a health care facility which dispenses drugs, some of which have been identified as
hazardous by NIOSH, our goal is to provide training and where necessary, personal protective equipment (PPE) to insure
employee safety. *See list of hazardous drugs in Oncology Policies, Chemotherapy Preparation section. Warning labels
will be used to identify drugs requiring special handling or waste disposal procedures. It is the department’s responsibility
to train in safe handling and disposal. It is the employee’s responsibility to follow policies and procedures, and to report
situations and/or make recommendations to improve safety. It is also the department’s responsibility to perform exposure
determination for all employees and to list job classifications in one of three categories.
Category 1 includes employees who are routinely exposed to hazardous drugs.
Category 2 includes employees who are not usually exposed, but for whom contact with hazardous drugs can be
reasonably anticipated during the course of their duties.
Category 3 is for employees who are not exposed to hazardous drugs during the normal operations of their job duties.
This job is rated as a category _____ (1, 2, or 3).
WORK AIDS: Dedicated radiographic equipment. Radiographic supplies. Cassette readers. Computer radiology station.
Oxygen tank. Pigg-O-Stat. Lead aprons. Patient mover. Patient records. Computer equipment. PACS station. Patient
positioning aids. This list is not all-inclusive.
KEY ELEMENTS: RADIOLOGICAL TECH
Obtains acceptable images, so that the first time acceptance rate is 96-98% for those turned into Radiologist.
Effectively employs designated procedures and protocols in preparation for and during exams/procedures, with no
more than 1-2 noted exceptions, and no exceptions resulting in the need for medical intervention.
Essential Function
Performs all radiological exams, as requested by the physician, for which competency has been verified by a qualified
supervisor or designee.
Performs and documents established quality control procedures on all radiographs, equipment and chemicals, etc.
Evaluates the results of the quality control.
Performs preventative maintenance/calibrations on equipment at designated intervals as described in equipment
manuals.
Follow standard operating procedures as stated in Radiology procedure manuals and manufacturer’s manuals. Maintain
up-to-date policy and procedure manuals, QA Manuals.
Is familiar with regulations of inspecting bodies such as OSHA and DHEA and abides by these regulations.
Verifies patient identification before performing any tests.
Completes assigned workload within established turnaround times by organizing the work according to test ordering
status. Assesses the urgency of a test and uses assessment to prioritize tests. Accurately performs the various tests
without undue delay or excessive supervision. Has ability to handle a heavy workload.
Maintains cleanliness of equipment and work areas.
Follows all policies regarding quality control and maintains all QC records for 2 years. Performs minor troubleshooting on
equipment, as instructed by Technical Service representatives and request on-site service when needed.
Maintains the confidentiality of patient information.
Cooperates with other staff for the benefit of the entire practice; promotes and contributes positively to the teamwork of
the practice by volunteering to assist co-workers, contributing ideas and problem-solving with co-workers.
Adheres to CRHS safety and compliance policies and procedures.
Responsible for knowing and following all administrative and HR policies and procedures that are currently active and in
place at CRHS and CPN including; proper attendance, reporting to work on time, providing adequate notice of supervisory
personnel of absence or tardiness and taking breaks and lunch at times appropriate to the workload.
Maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the ages of the patients served.
Take pride in CRHS core values; caring and integrity, teamwork and commitment.
Follows proper chain of command in reporting all incidents, as they arise.
Willingly performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor/manager. May include limited duties in other areas other
than Radiography.
Marginal Functions
Performs all miscellaneous duties not part of radiology but essential to the functioning of the practice, such as assisting in
the front desk area and with patient care.
Protected Health Information
Will limit access to protected health information (PHI) to the information reasonably necessary to do the job. Will share
information only on a need to know basis for work purposes. Access to verbal, written and electronic PHI for this job has
been determined based on the job level and job responsibility within the organization. Computerized access to PHI for
this job has been determined as described above and is controlled via user ID and password.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of and level of work being performed by
people assigned this job classification. They are not to be construed as an all-inclusive list of duties, skills, and
responsibilities of people so assigned.