Uintah Basin Medical Center·Roosevelt, Utah
Responsible for performing various radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations while ensuring patient safety and minimizing radiation hazards. Duties include operating x-ray machinery, processing films, and assisting in the training of students and ancillary staff.
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Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns, and extraneous radiation to patients.
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Responsible for safe handling of equipment and films.
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Instructs and prepares patients for roentgenographic and/or fluoroscopic examinations.
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Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure.
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Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.
Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
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Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
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Makes special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures such as: intravenous pyelograms, intravenous cholangiograms, bronchograms, mammograms, hysterosalpingograms, tomograms, cholangiography, arthrograms, myelograms and hip pinnings in surgery.
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Programs portable or stationary x-ray machines and makes radiograms for a variety of examinations.
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Processes x-ray film, if a darkroom technician is not available.
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Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
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Assists in maintaining basic records and reports.
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Assists in maintaining files.
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Assists in training of students and ancillary personnel.
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Takes CAT and x-ray calls according to monthly schedule after the closing of the regular department hours
The candidate must be competent in performing special radiographic examinations and maintaining aseptic procedures. Ability to handle portable and stationary x-ray equipment and manage on-call schedules is required.
Medical Assistant II - Full Time
HIM Clerk - PRN
Medical Assistant - PRN
Market context
In Utah, practical radiology tech roles are often tied to ongoing imaging needs in hospitals and outpatient settings, with PRN schedules commonly used to cover variable patient volume and on-call gaps. These roles are competitive because employers look for candidates who can perform special radiographic exams, maintain aseptic technique, and work confidently with portable and stationary x-ray equipment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform, then confirm your experience with on-call coverage and the specific exam types before applying.