Radiology Tech

Radiology Tech

Provides health care services by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs Radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs diagnostic radiography procedures
• Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner
• Prepares patient for procedures; provides instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety
• Selects and operates radiography equipment and associated devices to achieve desired results
• Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort
• Immobilizes patients as required for appropriate examination
• Determines radiographic technique exposure factors, minimizing exposure to patient and others
• Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification is recorded
• Verifies informed consent for, and assists a licensed practitioner with, interventional procedures
• Practices aseptic techniques as necessary
• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and emotional needs of patients during procedures
• In agreement with state statute(s) and/or where institutional policy permits; prepares, identifies, and/or administers contrast media and/or medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum)
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education: Required: Associate or bachelor's degree from Radiologic Technology accredited program. Licenses/ certifications/ registrations: Required: OBMI and ARRT registered Radiologic technologist. Current BLS certification. Experience: Required: None. Preferred: Minimum of 2 years' experience.