Radiographer

General Summary

• Performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic, fluoroscopic and CT procedures applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.  Performs image analysis and quality assurance by reviewing images for diagnostic quality prior to submission for interpretation by a radiologist.  Independently provides and coordinates individualized patient care consistent with the mission and values of University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute and in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.  Accountable to patients and families for processes and outcomes during an episode of care.  Serves as member of the Interdisciplinary Patient Care Services team.  Participates in cost effective strategies that optimize patient outcomes
• Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age, culture, ethnicity, and specific individual diagnostic needs of the patients served in Radiology.  Must be able to assess and interpret data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s specific needs and provide the care needed by the patient group (pediatric, adolescents and/or geriatric patient group, culture and diagnostic specific).  Demonstrates compassion and courtesy for patient, family members, and visitors.

We’re making Maryland stronger!

With roots that go as far back as 1895, the UM Rehab & Ortho Institute continues to be a pioneer in orthopedics and neurological disorders. From bones to brains, our cutting-edge hospital heals even the most serious of injuries, specializing in everything from total joint replacement to spinal cord injuries and neurological condition.  In total, our 141-bed facility welcomes over 3,000 patients every year. As the state’s largest provider of inpatient rehabilitation services, we offer some of the most advanced therapies for stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, orthopedic and sports injury, among many others.

Education & Experience

• Graduation from an AMA approved school of radiologic technology.  Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Licensed by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene as a Medical Radiation Technologist. 
• CPR certification is required.
• ARRT CT certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of radiology principles and practices including anatomy and physiology, radiation protection and physics, and positioning.
• Ability to operate radiology equipment, such as digital and computed radiographic machines, radiographic/fluoroscopic machines, mobile radiography units, computed tomography system, and C-arms.
• Ability to work with patients possessing potentially infectious disease using the appropriate standard precaution and other safety procedures.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are required in order to work with patients, medical and nursing personnel.
• Communication skills:  Highly effective verbal communication skills including courtesy, resourcefulness and efficiency in answering questions, giving directions, locating staff and explaining hospital/departmental policies and procedures are necessary.  Skills include communicating with an interdisciplinary team, patients, and families.  Effective writing skills are also required in order to take messages and maintain miscellaneous records, receipts, reports and logs.
• Digital Radiographic Rooms
• Radiographic and Fluoroscopic Room
• Portable Radiographic Units
• Mobile C-arm Units
• Film Digitizer
• Computed Tomography scanner
• CT Power Injector
• PACS
• Iron Mountain Connect PC retrieval system
• Routine radiographic views
• Erect legs and scanograms
• Sports Medicine routine and special orthopaedic projections
• Scoliosis views
• Swallowing Function/Modified Barium Swallow (MBS) studies
• Operating Room procedures
• Pain Management studies
• Urodynamic procedures
• Gastrografin Peg Tube study
• Bone Densitometry (DXA)
• Contrast CT studies
• Non-contrast CT studies

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