Radiology Technologist

Radiology Technologist

Job Summary : Under limited supervision, provides radiological exams for patients.

Essential Functions :

• Consistently uses an outward mindset and puts forth exemplary effort in accomplishing his / her goals and objectives in a manner that helps others to achieve their goals and objectives.
• Performs radiological testing according to Department protocols.
• Proficient in use of all radiological equipment.
• Reviews and evaluates digital x-rays, to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
• Uses radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
• Explains procedures and observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
• Operates or oversees operation of radiological equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
• Positions patient and imaging equipment, adjusting controls to set exposure time and distance, according to department protocols.
• Monitors patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
• Sets up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.
• Ensures proper sterilization and cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Prepares and administers oral or injected contrast media to patients.
• Properly identify patients and exam using two or more identifiers.
• Takes thorough and accurate patient medical histories.
• Records, processes, and maintains patient data in electronic medical record.
• Helps with such tasks as dressing and changing to seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.
• Operates fluoroscope to aid physician during fluoroscopy exams.

Minimum Qualifications : An associates degree in X-ray Technology. Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) and BLS Certification by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Cardiac Life Support.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities : Knowledge of radiological equipment and techniques, radiation safety, anatomy / physiology and disease process and quality control in a Radiology Department. Must demonstrate competency in administration of all contrast media and barium. Incumbent should be skilled in interpersonal relationships, monitoring patient responses, assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands and operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications. Some incumbents in this job class may be required to obtain additional specific technical certifications.

Working Conditions : May occasionally be exposed to infectious diseases and / or hazardous materials. Frequent exposure to radiation in a controlled protective setting.

Physical Requirements : Constantly walk, see / visual acuity, handle / grasp / feel, bend / twist, talk / hear. Frequently stand, reach, push / pull, stoop / kneel / crouch, lift / carry 50 lbs.