Radiology Technologist

Radiology Technologist

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology
• Certificate or Assoc. Degree in Radiology Technology
• ARRT Registered or registry eligible
• IDNS Licensed
• Current CPR Certification
• Good communication skills
• Basic understanding of R.I.S., and basic computer knowledge

Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by a physician
• Maneuvers portable radiographic equipment in patient care areas and in surgery as required
• Operates all components including all locking devices on radiographic, fluoroscopic equipment and c-arms
• Assists radiologists in performing fluoroscopic examinations
• Performs radiographic examination in surgery as required
• Operates all components of the Digital Imaging System
• Assists radiologists in performing mini-special procedures in the fluoroscopic suites
• Performs radiographic procedures on Level I Trauma patients to expedite immediate care of critically ill patients
• Determination of appropriate exposure factors and positions patient utilizing immobilization devices when appropriate to insure optimum film quality
• Prepares patients for exam, obtains and records history, explains procedure, positions patients and ensures their comfort
• Adheres to isolation/sterile techniques and radiation safety procedures
• Verifies patient and procedure prior to starting exam
• Reviews radiographs to ensure optimum quality
• Reports environmental/equipment problems to appropriate resource personnel
• Performs required computer function for RIS/HIS systems
• Labels all radiographs appropriately following department’s established criteria and standards
• Participates in assessment of own learning needs and actively seeks opportunity for professional growth
• Attends in-services to ensure knowledge of current departmental and technical procedures
• Attends CPR classes to maintain re-certification
• Maintains appropriate state license and national board certification
• Ensures cleanliness of equipment and work area
• Maintains inventory of supplies in work area
• Identifies supplies and equipment needs for procedure, restocks work area as necessary
• Uses Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures
• Complies with procedural standards in the care of children and adult population
• Assists with proper positioning and restraining of children and elderly patients as necessary
• Assists with patient/family participation in post procedural care for all age groups and provides resource information as directed
• Reinforces appropriate psychosocial interventions based on age and developmental status
• Reassures children and aging patients
• Interacts with families as so determined by need of case

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience is desirable