Radiographer I

Job Description
Job Requirements

Overview



Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized diagnostic radiologic procedures.


Key Responsibilities



· Key Responsibility 1: Executes basic clinical competence in general radiology including fluoroscopy, in all locations across all patient types.Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age of the patient.



· Key Responsibility 2: Applies knowledge of radiology principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, radiation protection and physics, radiographic positioning and patient care skills. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal and departmental regulatory compliance standards.



· Key Responsibility 3: Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.

· Key Responsibility 4: Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment. Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors. Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy.

· Key Responsibility 5: Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and educational activities.



Qualifications

Education

· Associate Degree, or Certificate, in radiologic technology from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).


Experience

· No Experience Required

Licensures/Certifications

· Registered with American Registry Radiologic Technology (ARRT)

· Licensed Radiographer - State of MD

· Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification









Skills:

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Anatomy, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Clinical Competency, Educational Accreditation, Federal Compliance Regulations, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fluoroscopy, Higher Education, Inventory Management, Medical Physics, Medical Record System, Patient Care, Performance Management, Physiology, Radiography, Radiology, Regulatory Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations



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University of Maryland Medical System