Radiologic Technologist

Radiologic Technologist

Requirements

• Certification as a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist with the American Registry for Radiological Technologists
• A valid Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist license issued by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging at the time of appointment OR other authorization issued by the Board of Medical Imaging to practice diagnostic radiologic technology in the following categories: head, upper extremities, lower extremities, chest and ribs, abdomen and spine
• Techniques and procedures of radiography
• Proper positioning and shielding of patients to obtain needed x-ray results
• Anatomy and physiology as it relates to radiography
• Care, operation maintenance, and repair of radiographic equipment
• Procedures and materials used in developing radiographic films
• Phlebotomy and proper sample collection and labeling
• Math for equipment exposure calculations
• Radiation safety, rules, and regulations
• Formulation of technique charts
• Infection control and sterile techniques

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic radiology procedures in accordance with practitioner orders and within limits of licensure
• Develops and implements operational procedures for the department’s facilities in accordance with Board of Radiology rules and community standards
• Maintains accurate, concise records of all department x-ray activities and required statistical data
• Consults with practitioners regarding questions or specific patient problems
• Provides services at a variety of facilities
• Schedules activities through the Nurse Manager, Outpatient Services, or Support Services Supervisor
• Complies with all rules and regulations regarding personal radiation exposure for self or other staff members
• Reviews quality of services with community consultant as necessary
• Provides emergency services as necessary outside of normal work schedule as directed by supervisor
• Performs mathematical calculation and formulates technique chart to obtain proper exposure during radiographic examination
• Provides patient teaching and assists patient in obtaining proper position to perform x-ray examination
• Assists with budget preparation; provides input to develop and propose service alternatives such as expansion of level of service or improve the quality of service
• Performs work according to guidelines and procedures for maintenance of a secure environment in the correctional setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Caring for and operating radiographic equipment
• Communicating with patients and gaining cooperation
• Positioning patients to radiograph the required portion of the body
• Maintaining patient records in all formats
• The use of computer software for word processing, email, and computer navigation