Radiology - Rad Tech

Radiology - Rad Tech

Profession: Clinical Professional

Specialty: Radiology

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Friday 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM, Saturday/Sunday 5:00 AM - 5:30 PM with two days of call per month

Hours per Shift: 12.5 hours

Experience: Zero (0) to six (6) months of related experience

License: Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology (ARRT-R)

Certifications: BLS

Must-Have:

• Portable x-rays

Description:Operates radiology equipment to produce radiographic images of the body for diagnostic routine purposes.Positions radiologic equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure time and distance according to specifications of the examination.Takes x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.Retrieves radiologic orders from and inputs related data into the electronic medical record.Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.Escorts patients to the dressing and x-ray rooms, provides verbal and/or written instructions, and assists patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed.Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.Positions patients on the examining table and adjusts positioning devices to obtain optimum views of specified areas of the body requested by the physician.Operates specialized equipment according to protocols under limited physician supervision.Provides patient care within a broad range of health care needs on a decentralized basis.Moves radiograph equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set graphic exposure factors based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.Practices radiation protection techniques using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff.Obtains acceptable radiologic images using CR/DR techniques and protocols.Ensures operation of radiology equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor or manager.Maintains examination rooms, orders, and stocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies pursuant to established protocols.Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols; following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs; and administering first aid using the emergency crash cart.Supports department goals through personal improvements and educational activities; attends mandatory in-services and meets education standards; modifies behaviors or performance to comply with care standards; and aids in the collection of statistics.Maintains professional standards in conjunction with those practice standards recommended by relevant societies.Assists with monitoring the patient’s level of moderate sedation in conjunction with procedures performed and the individual patient’s clinical state.Initiates additional patient comfort measures/alternatives for sedation, as appropriate.Assures informed consent has been obtained on the patient prior to the start of the procedure and that all questions and concerns have been answered to the patient’s satisfaction.Actively participates in the Universal Protocol for all invasive procedures.Knowledgeable of procedural pauses, performs appropriate patient care in a sterile environment under the guidance of a physician.Demonstrates independent judgment in planning the sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical or professional field.Works directly with patients and/or customers.Interacts with internal and/or external customers via telephone or face-to-face.Collaborates with other healthcare professionals and staff.