X-ray Technologist

Description

General Job Summary: Responsible for operating radiological and fluoroscopic equipment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
• Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
• Read patients’ charts and relay physician orders to other staff members.
• Maintain all radiographic files completely and accurately.
• Complies with safety standards, OSHA, and HIPAA.
• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs.
• Maintains radiographic supplies, film, and orders as necessary.
• Operates and maintain all imaging department equipment.
• Performs all imaging exams according to provider protocols and other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the practice.

Requirements

Education/Experience:

Certified as a medical radiologic technologist as required by the state.

Associates degree in Radiological Technology from an accredited Radiology Technology program.

CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred.

Other Requirements: Schedules will change as department needs change, including overtime and weekends. Travel as needed.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of radiology procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform radiology testing including body mechanics and patient movement. Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.
• Knowledge of body mechanics. Knowledge of electronic health records and practice management systems.

Skills:

• Skill in positioning patients properly.
• Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

Abilities:

• Ability to lift and position patients for the type of x-ray procedure required.
• Ability to notice detail in radiological images with differences in shapes and sizes.
• Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work practices.
• Ability to evaluate images and make technical changes as needed.