Radiology Technician

Radiology Technician Hampton, VA

Pay From: $33 per hour

MUST: Experienced Registered Radiology Technician 2 plus years of experience as a Radiology Technician MUST have ARRT Certification C-Arm experience preferred

DUTIES:

The Registered Radiology Tech will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Prep patient for diagnostic imaging exam.
• Read doctor's notes as to why exam is being performed.
• Take medical histories.
• Produce x-ray films of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems such as cancer or fractures.
• Have patient undress and remove jewelry.
• Explain procedure to patient.
• Ascertain if patient is claustrophobic.
• Position patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately radiographed.
• Prepare solutions for patients to drink.
• Surround the exposed area with radiation protection devices.
• Position radiographic equipment at the correct angle and height over the appropriate area of a patient's body.
• Measure the thickness of the section to be radiographed.
• Adjust controls on the x-ray machine to produce radiographs of the appropriate density, detail, and contrast of the body part.
• Keep patient records.
• Adjust and maintain equipment.

Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. "Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act".