Radiology Technologist

Pay : $37.00 / hour

Job Summary : Responsible for operating X-ray and fluoroscopic equipment that assists radiologists and / or physicians with diagnosing and / or treating disease and / or injury.

Primary Job Responsibilities / Tasks :

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
• Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
• Takes X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and / or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area.
• Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjusts / sets radiographic controls.
• Positions patients and takes X-rays of specific parts of the patient's body as requested by physicians.
• Develop and process radiological film. Checks X-rays for clarity of image, retaking when needed.
• Distributes X-rays to appropriate medical staff.
• Maintains required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports.
• Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.
• Complies with safety standards.
• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs.
• Maintains radiographic supplies, film, and orders as necessary.

Job Requirements Education :