Rad Tech

Exposed to blood, body fluids and/or airborne pathogens, and are required to wear protective barriers.

Employees in this position must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, turn, crouch, and bend as necessary to complete radiology exam tasks.

Employees may be expected to work weekends, Holidays or possibly take call

Subject to STHR (Short Term Hours Reduction) according to policy

Practice ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) concept when performing exams resulting in radiation exposure to the patient

Key Functions

Perform QC as outlined below 1. Perform appropriate tube warm up practices 2. Perform quality control specific to modality (Phantom Imaging and evaluation, cassette cleaning, etc…) 3. Work with Field Service Engineer to maintain equipment functionality and image quality

Apply appropriate radiation safety practices to daily activities 1. Practice ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) methods to minimize radiation exposure to patients and coworkers 2. Utilize protective barriers, lead aprons, and shields when possible 3. Collimate and shield to minimize patient radiation exposure 4. Participate in data collection for quarterly Radiology Quality Assurance Committee 5. Always follow the Safe Operating Procedures specific to the equipment 6. Work closely with the medical physicist to follow ODH (Ohio Department of Health) rules regarding radiation safety practices

Routine responsibilities 1. Evaluate the physicians order for accuracy 2. Identify the patient utilizing two forms of ID 3. Set appropriate KVP, MAS settings for exposure 4. Accurately position the patient so that all projections can be obtained 5. Perform exam to provide quality images for physician interpretation 6. Post process image data for physician interpretation 7. Provide patient education when required 8. Provide hospital personnel education as needed 9. Work under the direction of the Radiologist/Physician during procedures to achieve the goal of appropriate care 10. In an emergent situation operate quickly, and in control, provide the procedure to achieve the best patient outcome