Radiologic Technologist - PRN
Children's National Medical Center - Rockville, MD
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The Radiologic Technician will perform high quality Diagnostic Imaging exams while providing excellent patient care. Minimum Work Experience 1 year Clinical radiography experience in a hospital environment (Required) Required Licenses and Certifications Registered Radiography Technologist (ARRT) (Required) Functional Accountabilities Radiographic Positioning & Technique * Demonstrate working knowledge of all diagnostic imaging equipment and related components. * Produce high quality radiographs by using proper positioning and immobilization techniques. * Set appropriate exposure factors to produce high quality films. * Determine when repeats are required. Quality Control * Assure permanent film identification by using lead markers. * Identify each radiograph/image with proper and permanent patient data. * Follow correct procedures in regard to warm-up, use and shut-down of equipment. * Check paperwork, film jackets and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and complete RIS assignments immediately following exam. * Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and equipment. Patient Care * Assure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam. * Explain exam to patients/parents. * Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment times and accommodate stat or add-on requests. * Communicate with patient throughout the exam and release patient/parent with appropriate follow-up info. * Cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH-affiliated site. Clinical Safety * Adhere to all OSHA regulations. * Inquire about menstrual status and possibility of pregnancy for female adolescents and teens. * Shield patients whenever possible. * Practice personal radiation safety . * Immediately report equipment malfunctions to manager . Safety * Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance * Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation * Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation * Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication * Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers * Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Organizational Accountabilities Professional Development * Maintain A.R.R.T . certification * Biennially update nCPR certification * Complete mandatory annual reviews * Attend seminars and in-services Organizational Commitment/Identification * Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization * Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences * Demonstrate personal and professional integrity * Maintain confidentiality at all times Customer Service * Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication * Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior * Partner with all team members to achieve goals * Receptive to others' ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving * Contribute to a positive work environment * Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change * Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes * Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial Responsibility * Use resources efficiently * Search for less costly ways of doing things
Created: 2026-04-15