Radiologic Technologist

Requirements

Education: · High School Diploma required

· Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program required

Work Experience: · Experience in a clinical setting preferred

Required Licenses/Certifications

· Basic Life Support (BLS) required at the time of hire, obtained through the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).

· American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration required at time of hire.

· State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist is required at the time of hire (if applicable by state law).

Essential Functions: · Responsible for x-ray services as needed

· Under the direction of the clinical provider, perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.

· Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.

· May need to push patient in a wheelchair

Patient Preparation and Rooming

· Inform technical staff of patient flow.

· Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit;

· Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases to provider as needed.

· Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to provider.

Administrative

· Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.

· Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care

· Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed

Other responsibilities include

· Medical Team Support

Collaborate with the ordering/treating Provider to determine which procedures or views will best assist in accurate diagnoses and treatment. Support clinic operations to keep the center running smoothly.

· Patient Care

Explaining procedures to patients, ensuring their comfort and safety, and answering their questions.

· Patient Positioning

Accurately positioning patients and equipment for optimal imaging results.

· Image Production

Selecting proper ionizing factors by adjusting/setting radiographic controls to capture clear, high-quality diagnostic images

· Equipment Maintenance

Performing routine maintenance, cleaning of X-ray equipment, and managing necessary supplies.

· Radiation Safety

Adhering to strict radiation safety protocols and implementing ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to minimize exposure to patients and staff.

· Documentation

Maintaining accurate patient records and logging completed procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks as required.

· Image Management

Verifying image quality and ensuring images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.

Knowledge

1. Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.

2. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics

and patient movement.

3. Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.

Skills

1. Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedure required.

2. Identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.

3. Following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

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