Cavalier Mobile X-ray Inc
Radiologic Technologist
Cavalier Mobile X-ray Inc, Wheeling, West Virginia, United States, 26003
Cavalier Mobile X-ray is an industry leader in providing cutting-edge diagnostic testing in a portable environment. At Cavalier Mobile X-ray we specialize in bringing advanced portable diagnostic imaging to a patient's bedside. We perform direct digital x-rays, digital ultrasounds, and cardiac services in a wide range of settings.
KEY REQUIREMENTSValid Driver's LicenseParticipate in Company's Drug Free Safety Program and Pass Pre-Hire Drug ScreeningNo Criminal History (Fingerprinting)Current OH X-ray LicenseCurrent ARRT RegistryEDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
Successfully completing an accredited educational program in radiologic technology, attaining appropriate primary certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and possess a valid state radiographer license.
RADIOGRAPHER SCOPE OF PRACTICE
The scope of practice of the portable radiographer includes:
Receiving, relaying and documenting verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient's medical recordCorroborating patient's clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by the radiologist and billing staffAssuming responsibility for patient needs during proceduresApplying principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and othersEvaluating images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recordedPerforming ongoing quality assurance activitiesPerforming diagnostic radiographic procedures as prescribed by a licensed independent practitionerDetermining technical exposure factorsApplying the principles of patient safety during all aspects of radiographic proceduresRADIOGRAPHER PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The radiographer:
Gathers relevant information from the patient, medical record, significant others and health care providersReconfirms patient identification and verifies the procedure requested or prescribedVerifies the patient's pregnancy statusReviews previous examinations for comparisonIdentifies and removes artifact-producing objectsEmploys professional judgment to adapt imaging procedures to improve diagnostic qualityDetermines the need for and selects shielding and immobilization devicesDetermines that all requirements are in place to achieve quality diagnostic proceduresVerifies that exposure indicator data for digital radiographic systems has not been altered or modified and is included in the DICOM header and on images printed to mediaAnalyzes digital images to determine utilization of appropriate imaging parametersProvides accurate explanations and instructions at a level the patients and their care providers can understand. Addresses patient questions and concerns regarding the procedureProvides related patient educationAssesses the patient's physical, emotional and mental statusPositions patient for anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfortEmploys proper radiation safety practicesUtilizes technical factors according to equipment specifications to meet the ALARA principleUses pre-exposure collimation and proper field-of-view selectionUses appropriate pre-exposure radiopaque markers for anatomical purposesSelects the best position for the demonstration of anatomyEvaluates images for positioning to demonstrate the anatomy of interestEvaluates images for optimal technical exposure factorsReviews images to determine if additional images will enhance the diagnostic value of the procedureDocuments data in the medical record in a timely, accurate and comprehensive mannerDocuments exceptions from the established criteria or proceduresRecords information used for billing and coding proceduresArchives images or dataDocuments procedural timeoutAdheres to standards, policies and established guidelinesApplies professional judgment and discretion while performing the diagnostic studyAnticipates and responds to patient needsRespects cultural variationsMaintains credentials and certificationParticipates in continuing education to maintain and enhance competency and performanceShares knowledge and expertise with othersWeekends and Overnight Call may be required. This position is for a Mobile Radiographer.
Position Summary
A Radiologic Technologist, Staff is a Radiologic Technology Professional that is qualified by professional credentialing and academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ionizing radiation and related diagnostic procedures. The scope of practice includes those procedures, acts and processes and permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience, has demonstrated competency, and has completed the appropriate ARRT certification(s) which is the standard of practice in radiology.
Job Functions
To perform radiographic examinations, electrocardiography (EKG), pacemaker checks and holter monitoring examinations as ordered by attending physician in accordance with established protocol in mobile environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs all requested radiographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician in accordance with established imaging protocols, which include fluoroscopyPerforms electrocardiography (EKG), pacemaker checks and holter monitoring examinations as ordered by the attending physician in accordance with established protocolsExaminations are performed in a mobile setting, which requires employee to be able to adjust technical factors (such as kVP and mAs) and positioning in order to obtain quality images based on patient's conditionPrepares requisition and patient history (includes study performed, number of views, physician, insurance info) and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures. Verify scriptCoordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is providedAddresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes decisions to appropriately resolve the problemsOrganizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as requiredAssumes responsibility for the safety and ell-being of all patients while the examination is being performedFollows the As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles for radiation safetyAdheres to radiation safety requirements by using lead protection and distance from primary source of radiationMaintains assigned equipment and vehicles in proper working orderReports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisorPerforms other related duties as assignedSkills:
Oral Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsOrganizationTime ManagementMath AptitudeTestingSafe Driving Skills
Education
Graduate of a formal Radiologic Technology Program that is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) is requiredActive certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in the specialty(ies) is requiredActive licensure with individual state Department of Health if required by lawCurrent compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriateExperience
No experience necessary if education and training requirements are met
KEY REQUIREMENTSValid Driver's LicenseParticipate in Company's Drug Free Safety Program and Pass Pre-Hire Drug ScreeningNo Criminal History (Fingerprinting)Current OH X-ray LicenseCurrent ARRT RegistryEDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
Successfully completing an accredited educational program in radiologic technology, attaining appropriate primary certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and possess a valid state radiographer license.
RADIOGRAPHER SCOPE OF PRACTICE
The scope of practice of the portable radiographer includes:
Receiving, relaying and documenting verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient's medical recordCorroborating patient's clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by the radiologist and billing staffAssuming responsibility for patient needs during proceduresApplying principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and othersEvaluating images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recordedPerforming ongoing quality assurance activitiesPerforming diagnostic radiographic procedures as prescribed by a licensed independent practitionerDetermining technical exposure factorsApplying the principles of patient safety during all aspects of radiographic proceduresRADIOGRAPHER PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The radiographer:
Gathers relevant information from the patient, medical record, significant others and health care providersReconfirms patient identification and verifies the procedure requested or prescribedVerifies the patient's pregnancy statusReviews previous examinations for comparisonIdentifies and removes artifact-producing objectsEmploys professional judgment to adapt imaging procedures to improve diagnostic qualityDetermines the need for and selects shielding and immobilization devicesDetermines that all requirements are in place to achieve quality diagnostic proceduresVerifies that exposure indicator data for digital radiographic systems has not been altered or modified and is included in the DICOM header and on images printed to mediaAnalyzes digital images to determine utilization of appropriate imaging parametersProvides accurate explanations and instructions at a level the patients and their care providers can understand. Addresses patient questions and concerns regarding the procedureProvides related patient educationAssesses the patient's physical, emotional and mental statusPositions patient for anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfortEmploys proper radiation safety practicesUtilizes technical factors according to equipment specifications to meet the ALARA principleUses pre-exposure collimation and proper field-of-view selectionUses appropriate pre-exposure radiopaque markers for anatomical purposesSelects the best position for the demonstration of anatomyEvaluates images for positioning to demonstrate the anatomy of interestEvaluates images for optimal technical exposure factorsReviews images to determine if additional images will enhance the diagnostic value of the procedureDocuments data in the medical record in a timely, accurate and comprehensive mannerDocuments exceptions from the established criteria or proceduresRecords information used for billing and coding proceduresArchives images or dataDocuments procedural timeoutAdheres to standards, policies and established guidelinesApplies professional judgment and discretion while performing the diagnostic studyAnticipates and responds to patient needsRespects cultural variationsMaintains credentials and certificationParticipates in continuing education to maintain and enhance competency and performanceShares knowledge and expertise with othersWeekends and Overnight Call may be required. This position is for a Mobile Radiographer.
Position Summary
A Radiologic Technologist, Staff is a Radiologic Technology Professional that is qualified by professional credentialing and academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ionizing radiation and related diagnostic procedures. The scope of practice includes those procedures, acts and processes and permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience, has demonstrated competency, and has completed the appropriate ARRT certification(s) which is the standard of practice in radiology.
Job Functions
To perform radiographic examinations, electrocardiography (EKG), pacemaker checks and holter monitoring examinations as ordered by attending physician in accordance with established protocol in mobile environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs all requested radiographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician in accordance with established imaging protocols, which include fluoroscopyPerforms electrocardiography (EKG), pacemaker checks and holter monitoring examinations as ordered by the attending physician in accordance with established protocolsExaminations are performed in a mobile setting, which requires employee to be able to adjust technical factors (such as kVP and mAs) and positioning in order to obtain quality images based on patient's conditionPrepares requisition and patient history (includes study performed, number of views, physician, insurance info) and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures. Verify scriptCoordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is providedAddresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes decisions to appropriately resolve the problemsOrganizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as requiredAssumes responsibility for the safety and ell-being of all patients while the examination is being performedFollows the As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles for radiation safetyAdheres to radiation safety requirements by using lead protection and distance from primary source of radiationMaintains assigned equipment and vehicles in proper working orderReports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisorPerforms other related duties as assignedSkills:
Oral Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsOrganizationTime ManagementMath AptitudeTestingSafe Driving Skills
Education
Graduate of a formal Radiologic Technology Program that is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) is requiredActive certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in the specialty(ies) is requiredActive licensure with individual state Department of Health if required by lawCurrent compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriateExperience
No experience necessary if education and training requirements are met