Key ResponsibilitiesWork in a sterile work environment, set up sterile equipment and trays, scrub back table, assist physicians with a variety of sterile procedures. Independently operate radiographic equipment to perform a variety of complex diagnostic radiographic exams, as well as on-call for all modalities with a 30- minute report time from the time of notification. Receive patients, explain method of procedure, position patients, select and set technical factors, set up and adjust accessory equipment, and make and develop exposures. Work equipment and perform duties independently as well as part of a team. Be subject to the same quality assurance standards in meeting or exceeding current recognized national standards as established by The Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare Organization (JCAHO). Perform services in accordance with ethical, professional, and technical standards of the healthcare industry consistent with VA policy, regulations, and procedures. Be technically proficient in the skills necessary to fulfil the Government’s requirements, including the ability to speak, understand, read, and write English fluently. Be responsible for compliance with all procedures in accordance with applicable VASDHS written policies, procedures, bylaws, and medical staff protocols. Have the ability to use computers and technology efficiently. Be required to set up radiographic suites and assure that sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other required equipment and supplies are present and available. Prepare and administer contrast material orally, by enema, or intravenously under close supervision of a radiologist, but not independently, as required. Perform related clerical duties such as sending images to the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), archiving images, post processing images, and case editing of computer request and reports. Maintain records and enter patient information using the Radiology VistA Package, and the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS).
Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client-specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.