Graduated from an AMA accredited school of Radiological Technology.
Board certified by ARRT and member of A.R.R.T.
Current BCLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
Responsibilities
Perform high quality diagnostic imaging under guidance of department leadership.
Ensure equipment competency and execute quality control measures for imaging devices.
Prepare exam rooms and conduct patient identification before procedures.
Adapt equipment settings and patient positioning using A.L.A.R.A principles.
Maintain patient flow and participate in on-call rotation as needed.
Align departmental practices with governing bodies and provide feedback for improvement.
Engage in self-assessment and continuing education for professional development.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life insurance coverage.
Short and long-term disability benefits.
Paid time off.
Retirement plan options.
Full Job Description
POSITION STANDARDS
Graduate of an AMA (American Medical Association) Accredited School of Radiological Technology
Board certified by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) and a member of the A.R.R.T.
Current BCLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
POSITION PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Anything listed here requires a pre-employment physical by Employee Health to determine if the employee is capable of meeting the requirements.
Physical Activity:
Sitting - 1% to 33%
Standing - 34% to 66%
Walking - 34% to 66%
Bending - 34% to 66%
Squatting - 1% to 33%
Crouching - 1% to 33%
Kneeling - 1% to 33%
Reaching - 34% to 66%
Upper Extremity:
Use of Upper Extremity - 67% to 100%
Push/Pull/Lift/Carry:
Initial push up to a maximum of 46 lbs - 1% to 33%
Initial pull up to a maximum of 46 lbs - 1% to 33%
Sustained push up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 67% to 100%
Sustained pull up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 1% to 33%
Lift up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 67% to 100%
Carry up to a maximum of 25 lbs - 67% to 100%
PART TWO: FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITY
Position Objective
The Diagnostic Imaging Technologist, in support and at the direction of the Manager and Director of Diagnostic Imaging, and in collaboration with the Medical Director performs high quality diagnostic imaging with optimal patient care. The Diagnostic Imaging Technologist works effectively to continually promote and sustain a high preforming, professional, and efficient department while ensuring continuous quality care, patient and staff satisfaction and safety, and optimal patient access.
Scheduled to perform as a Radiologic Technologist at least 80% of their work time.
Performance Expectation
To ensure high quality diagnostic imaging
Follow all hospital policies and procedures.
Achieve and maintain comprehensive competency skills for all equipment used.
Perform all quality control measures to assure equipment is functioning properly.
Keep current with the latest technology, trends, and best practice.
Consistently produce high quality images
To support optimal Patient Care
Clean and prep exam rooms after every patient procedure.
Complete proper patient identification prior to every patient procedure.
Adjust equipment for each examination, position and instruct patients, and determine proper voltage, current and desired exposure time for each radiograph using A.L.A.R.A principles.
Use immobilization and support devices to obtain precise patient positioning and lessen patient discomfort.
Continually assess processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
Maintains a smooth and orderly flow of patients through the Diagnostic Imaging Department.
Equitable participation in the on-call rotation, as applicable.
To support a professional and safe environment
Maintain standards that align departmental practice with applicable governing bodies:
American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
American College of Radiology (ACR)
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
The New Hampshire Department of Radiologic Health
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Provide input and support for department and hospital goals and initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.
To ensure personal growth and development
Proactively participate in self-appraisal and self-reflection.
Participate in educational opportunities.
Meet continuing education and proficiency requirements for maintaining ARRT and ACR certification.
Keep current in professional readings.
Min: $30.70 Max: $47.85
Area of Interest: Allied Health/Clinical;
Work Status: Monday - Friday;
Employment Type: Full Time;
Job ID: 5834
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Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) is a nonprofit academic health system that serves a population of 1.9 million in New England. DHMC includes a 396-bed tertiary care hospital, research and clinical facilities for the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Norris Cotton Cancer Center, and the Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice. DHMC is the largest private employer in New Hampshire and is the only academic medical center in the state. The medical center is affiliated with the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth and is part of Dartmouth-Hitchcock Health, a network of healthcare providers in New Hampshire and Vermont.
