Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for performing radiographic procedures involving the application of ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.

Qualifications

Required

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

• Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Practical Technologist in the State of Utah.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

• Performs radiographic procedures. Critiques images to maintain quality control.
• Selects film, adjusts and programs a variety of film changes, including cinefluorography, and may process cassettes.
• Maintains the necessary precautions to prevent excessive exposure to radiation.
• Assesses patient vital signs and condition when indicated during exams.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• May assist in orienting new employees or students regarding functions of the department.
• Prepares, cleans and stocks rooms with supplies and linens.
• May participate on department and hospital committees, and provide in-service training to hospital staff.
• Performs limited radiological exams based on guidelines set by the Department of Radiology.

Problem Solving

• Knowledgeable and practice radiation safety, basic patient care, QA/QC of images, and use of x-ray equipment.
• Be able to work under the supervision of a radiologist or radiology practitioner.
• Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills are also required.
• Ability to report equipment failure to appropriate department personnel for immediate attention or serviced by an equipment technician.
• Demonstrated authority to utilize their own discretion in selecting proper cassette size, exposure factors and the ability to correct exposure problems.
• Ability to balance and prioritize the work load requirements of the day while maintaining the needs of the department and providing flexibility to assist physicians in completing examinations.

Comments

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intermediate working conditions in a healthcare setting that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving patients or objects, such as medical equipment, while providing patient care.

The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.  The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.