X-Ray Technologist

Radiologic Technologist

General Job Summary: Responsible for operating radiological and fluoroscopic equipment.

Essential Job Functions:

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
• Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
• Reads patients' charts and relays physician orders to other staff members.
• Maintains all radiographic files completely and accurately.
• Complies with safety standards, OSHA, and HIPAA.
• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs.
• Maintains radiographic supplies, film, and orders as necessary.
• Operates and maintains all imaging department equipment.
• Performs all imaging exams according to provider protocols.
• Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the practice.

Requirements:

Education/Experience:

• Certified as a medical radiologic technologist as required by the state.
• Associates degree in Radiological Technology from an accredited Radiology Technology program.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification preferred.

Other Requirements:

Schedules will change as department needs change.

Travel as needed.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of radiology procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform radiology testing including body mechanics and patient movement. Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.
• Knowledge of body mechanics.
• Knowledge of electronic health records and practice management systems.

Skills:

• Skill in positioning patients properly.
• Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

Abilities:

• Ability to lift and position patients for the type of x-ray procedure required.
• Ability to notice detail in radiological images with differences in shapes and sizes.
• Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work practices.
• Ability to evaluate images and make technical changes as needed.

Equipment Operated: Radiological equipment.

Work Environment: Radiological unit.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Standing, sitting, and walking the majority of the time. There are occasions when kneeling, stooping, bending or reaching may be necessary. Ability to lift 50 pounds.