RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST
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Job Description
Radiology Technologist (RT)
1 Prepares patients for radiologic procedures. Protects patient self and other staff from
radiation hazards. Takes Xrays 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.
2 Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjusts/sets radiographic
controls. Positions patients and takes Xrays of specific parts of the patients body as requested
by physicians. Checks Xrays for clarity of image retaking when needed.
3 Receives patients by checking name social security number or date of birth and
explaining the procedures to be performed per the request. Verifies that female patients are not
pregnant. Selects and sets technical factors using established criteria. Sets up and adjusts
accessory equipment as required. Makes exposures necessary for the required procedures.
Takes films/images to daylight processor for processing. Edits film/images for quality of images
positioning and appropriate ID. Enters required data into the Decentralized Hospital Computer
System (DHCP).
4 Maintains records of patients treated examinations performed views images taken
and settings used. Performs routine examinations of chest joints extremities cholangiography
barium enemas upper GIs (Gastrointestinal) IVPs (Intravenous pyelogram) and other
complex examinations under the technical or professional direction of a Radiologist when
required during tour assigned. Checks equipment for working conditions prior to contacting the
physician or patient for exam. Notifies the physician and/or technical supervisor of any
equipment problems. Sets up xray room assuring that sterile supplies contrast materials
catheters and other required equipment are present and laid out. Assures infection control
standards are followed. Greets patients arriving in the department and assists in verifying
appointments and/or answering the phone and providing general information as needed or
requested. Calls scheduled inpatients for examinations when appropriate equipment is
available.
5 Provides portable xrays throughout the medical centers notifying nearby staff/visitors of
the need to protect them from possible scattering radiation. Records the nature of and
circumstances surrounding unusual events occurring in the Diagnostic Imaging Service during
the assigned tour and notifies the Radiologist oncall or the supervisory technologist. Assures
the cleanliness of the exam room and restocks supply cabinet at the end of the tour. Assures
the safety of patient while in his/her care and adheres to appropriate safe patient handling and
movement. Maintains courteous customer service skills towards patients visitors and staff.
Notifies supervisory technologist of absence of coverage and if leaving the Department or work
area. Remains on duty until relief of next tour arrives. Reports for duty on time or calls to report
absence/tardiness no later than one hour before the beginning of the tour scheduled.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type
Full Time
