Radiology Modality Specialist

EXPERIENCE:

1. Four (4) years' experience as Staff Radiographer.

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.

1. Oversees daily work flow and problem solving in designated specialized modality.
2. Maintains the expertise in their designated modality and provides orientation to new staff members.
3. Supports Radiology staff by promoting cooperative problem solving and team building by displaying a professional attitude and demeanor.
4. Promotes and contributes positively to intradepartmental and interdepartmental relationships with no more than two valid complaints in a six-month period, monitored by supervision.
5. In conjunction with Supervisor and Manager, functions as a liaison with other departments to coordinate services.
6. Assists with quality assurance functions.
7. Monitors inventory of medical supplies to ensure no interruption of patient care.
8. Provides direct feedback to Supervisor/Manager regarding technologist performance.
9. Troubleshoots equipment issues and contacts appropriate Biomedical Engineers. Reports equipment failures immediately upon identification.
10. Supports development of protocols with Supervisor / Manager / Radiologists.
11. Participates in Human Resource functions related to interviewing, selection and retention of staff.
12. Ensures consistent practice of quality imaging among all shifts and individuals.
13. Rotates in all Diagnostic areas for development of technical skills. (Fluoro, Mobiles, Routine, Operating Room, Endoscopy, Orthopedics).
14. 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.
15. Produces images of optimal quality by using imaging equipment and systems in the provision of image delivery and archiving.
16. Select exposure factors based on patient's size, condition, and pathology resulting in optimal image quality, utilizing minimal radiation exposure.
17. 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.
18. Maintains an expertise in anatomy, physiology, and pathology relative to imaging in order to optimize the procedure and ensure patient care / safety.
19. Assesses patient's needs and provides imaging related to comfort, hygiene, range of motion, and provides support accordingly.
20. Prepares contrast agents, specific pharmaceuticals, and sterile trays; which are utilized for the imaging procedure according to procedural guidelines and protocols.
21. Educates patients regarding radiographic procedures by explaining the procedure and answering questions accordingly.
22. Engages in problem solving, crisis management, systems implementation, and performance improvements throughout the hospital to promote and support efficient, high quality, and cost effective patient care.
23. Displays imaging techniques, patient care, and guest relation behaviors in accordance with the ARRT Code of Ethics, WVUH Administrative Policies and Procedures, Radiology Department Policies and Procedures, State and Federal Regulation, and The Joint Commission guidelines.
24. Position patients accurately in accordance with established protocols.
25. Participates in coordination of daily work flow.
26. Minimal instruction of radiology students in the clinical setting with regard to patient positioning, technique selection, manipulation of equipment and the use of accessory devices to obtain Radiographic images. Provides clinical supervision and instruction within the policies of the Radiology program and its respective accrediting bodies.
27. Ensures that all vital components of the imaging process are completed in their entirety.

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.
3. Must be able to perform heavy work; exerting in excess in 100lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. or force frequently, and/or up to 20lbs of force constantly to move objects.

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, disinfectants, toxic gases, fumes, and odors.
2. Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.
3. Exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Must have the ability to perform concentrated and complex mental activity with frequent involvement in complex and highly technical situations.
2. Must have the ability to work successfully under highly stressful conditions and must be capable of adapting to varying workloads and work assignments on a constant basis.
3. Must have the ability to make sound, independent judgments based on scientific principles, and also be able to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members in an appropriate fashion.
4. Must have excellent communication skills.