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JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Radiology Supervisor, operates fixed x-ray equipment and/or portable C-arm equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body for the purpose of diagnosing medical problems for the benefit of the referring physicians and their patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify self to internal and external customers by wearing identification badge at all times.
• Participates in the preparation and handling of all radiology patients, including screening and the scheduling of patients when necessary. Reviews patient charts and history. Properly positions and transfers patients.
• Assures proper operation of equipment within specified safety requirements and reports any needed repairs.
• Practices Radiation Safety, shielding and ALARA in accordance with Imaging departments policies and procedures.
• Selects proper technical factors on equipment on an individual patient and exam basis.
• Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors and staff. Complies with appropriate and approved safety standards.
• Has full working knowledge of the x-ray equipment, PACS system and MCC EMR and practice management systems.
• Maintains patient records as required per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness in the Imaging department.
• Assists Radiology Supervisor in the maintenance of prescribed standards and quality control programs.
• Assists in the maintenance of and adherence to an inventory management program.
• Must maintain self-responsibility for licensure and accrual of necessary continuing education requirements.
• Maintains OSHA safety standards.
• Replenishes supplies when appropriate. Assures supplies are viable, rotates stock and either alerts supervisor when supplies are needed or if authorized orders supplies.
• Produces accurate work consistent with approved policies and procedures.
• Is responsible for policy/procedure changes as indicated in procedure manuals and meeting minutes. Reviews policy and procedure manuals annually.
• Maintains instruments and equipment according to established protocol (i.e., adjust, clean, replace). Adheres to a Preventative Maintenance program for instruments and equipment, as well as a log system for documentation. Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions; identifies the need for and utilizes external services.
• Assists in research, development and implementation of new procedures and changes to existing procedures.
• Constantly re-evaluates and streamlines work flow.
• Trains other personnel when applicable.
• Operates any Imaging equipment on an as needed basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

CORPORATE CULTURE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow established corporate and department-specific policies and procedures.
• Attend all corporate and department-specific required training.
• Uphold MCC's Purpose, Values, and Vision.
• Abide by MCC's Corporate Culture Responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned cheerfully and willingly.