Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Job TitleDuties include but are not limited to the following:Receives patients, explains the procedure, positions the patient, and makes necessary equipment adjustments.Determines the critical isocenter value necessary for accurate exams.Determines technical factors, positioning, and proper angulation to achieve optimum views of specific vessels and/or lesions.Makes adjustments to equipment such as frame rates, exposure time, kV, mAs settings, shutter openings, cardiac shielding, magnification factors, and source-intensifier distance. Makes multiple, simultaneous adjustments in the operation of equipment to ensure the best images possible. Performs preventative maintenance and determines when repair is needed.Applies knowledge of radiation protection standards, radiographic exposure techniques, appropriate beam limitation to anatomical area, and employs lead shielding when performing standard or fluoroscopic procedures.Applies knowledge of PACS systems, CDROMs, and basic computer skills.Performs proper calibrations on pressure transducers to maintain the accuracy of arterial and venous pressure tracings.Prepares radiological, ultrasound, and specialized equipment used in angiographic and angioplasty procedures.Recognizes changes in patient's conditions, including emergencies. Takes appropriate action in response to these changes and accurately documents information for inclusion in the patient's plan of care.Maintains records of patients and examinations, digital disc archives, and radiographic film badge exposure records and radiation safety equipment.Applies knowledge of the hemodynamic recording and event log monitoring system, equipment preparation, and operation such as IVUS, rotablator, and coronary flow reserve equipment.Advises team members and visiting professionals on radiation protection measures; practices radiation safety to reduce exposure to patients, staff, and self.Keeps current on continuing education and CPR. Reviews new developments in the field and makes recommendations to supervisor on changes that would improve the operation of the section.Is current on the practices for removal of indwelling arterial and venous sheaths and the achievement of hemostasis post procedure.Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am to 4:00pm (on call required)Telework: Not AuthorizedVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: 000000Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized