Radiologic Technologist I, II, III (2471) - Citywide - H00049

The essential functions of a 2471 Radiologic Technologist I include, but are not limited to:

Level I

• Performs general diagnostic procedures using fixed or portable, general, digital, fluoroscopic or other diagnostic equipment; lifts and carries cassettes to and from imaging equipment; manipulates and manages images; positions patients and selects technical factors based on knowledge of radiologic science, specific equipment and patient assessment.
• Applies principles of radiation safety in compliance with federal, state and departmental standards; uses appropriate filters, cones, protective clothing and devices to obtain high-quality images with radiation exposure levels as low as reasonably achievable to patients, others and self; wears and exchanges radiation monitoring devices.
• Assesses general patient condition, including stability, pain and safety, and as necessary takes action consistent with standards; monitors medical equipment and promptly adjusts or reports problems; observes and documents patient physical and procedural restraints.
• Documents procedures and events in the patient's medical record and departmental logs, in accordance with regulatory, hospital and departmental standards; identifies images and documents with patient, technologist, date/time and laterality information.
• Transports patients using gurneys, wheelchairs and beds; transfers patients to and from the exam table.
• Schedules procedures and patients, transfers paper orders into an electronic order entry system; produces, processes and collates images and paperwork, and submits them for interpretation; receives and assists patients and other customers; answers departmental telephones; may be assigned to coordinate patient flow.
• Performs venipuncture and CPR; assists physicians in preparing and/or administrating contrast media, setting up sterile and non-sterile trays, and providing instruments, medical devices and supplies as requested.
• Trains student technologists in the science and practice of diagnostic imaging.
• Participates in departmental Quality Improvement efforts.
• Cleans imaging equipment, supplies and procedure rooms; reports failures and problems.
• Maintains patient medical records and date integrity using Radiology and hospital IT systems.
• Assists physicians and providers in resolving imaging questions or issues.

Level II

• Performs diagnostic imaging procedures in an advanced modality.

Level III

• Performs diagnostic imaging procedures in at least two (2) advanced modalities.

The 2471 Radiologic Technologist performs other related duties as assigned/required.

Note that the duties listed above are cumulative. For example, Level III incumbents may be directed to perform any of the duties described in Level I and II.