Registered Radiology Tech- Overnight Shift

Job Description

Job Description

1. Performs a variety of radiographic procedures for radiographic diagnosis as requested by the healthcare provider.

• Provides radiological services by exemplifying the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform a variety of radiographic procedures utilizing ionizing radiation for radiographic diagnosis.
• Assesses the patient determining their ability to comply with the physical requirements of the examination to minimize patient or examination problems.
• Enters proper technical parameters into the x-ray generating equipment to enhance visualization for best imaging per protocol.
• Performs various procedures in imaging areas such as: X-rays, and CT scans.
• Follows established protocols for administration of contrast media. 
• Operates mobile x-ray equipment in emergency room and at patient bedside.

2. Prepares room and equipment for radiology exam.

• Disinfects all equipment after and after each patient contact.
• Follows infection control procedures.
• Maintains and restocks appropriate supplies.
• Follows established protocol in accordance with the requested procedure being conducted.
• Ensures all equipment is maintenance and in optimal function condition.
• Reports and follows up on equipment issues.

 3. Prepares patient for procedures.

• Transports patient to and from Radiology department.
• Identifies patient appropriately.
• Validates the procedure to be performed with the patient and obtains necessary consent.
• Validates patient prep and medical history for exam ordered.
• Explains procedures to the patient effectively.
• Assists in performing first aid as needed.
• Anticipates and responds appropriately to the needs of the patient and his or her family .

 4. Follows established radiation safety policies and procedures to protect patients and staff and performs in a manner that ensures patient safety.

• Minimizes retakes by selecting proper technical factors in the x-ray generating equipment according to exam protocol and patient condition.
• Utilizes radiation exposure reduction techniques such as proper collimation and lead shielding to minimize radiation exposure.
• Wears personal radiation monitoring device while on duty.
• Ensures visitors and staff are supplied with lead shielding or kept at a safe distance from the source of radiation.

 5. Performs patient documentation and completes necessary office duties.

• Ensures patient reports are received in a timely manner for the health care provider. Ensures patient charges are accurately documented using the EHR system.
• Provides input and assists with maintaining department policies, procedures, and product information.
• Provides patient demographics and reports to hospital billing system.
• Ensures correct patient exam is filed so charges are accurate for billing.
• Documents accurate and ongoing assessments of patient status related to CT Scans.

 6. Communicates effectively.

• Communicates and collaborates effectively with other health team members regarding patient condition, nursing plan of care, patient satisfaction needs and recommendations for meeting identified outcomes.
• Identifies and recognizes abnormal symptoms/changes in patient condition, established priorities, and takes appropriate action. Appropriately reports condition changes to medical provider.

 7. Performs other duties as assigned.