Takes x-ray exposures of patients as requested by referring physicians. Explains x-ray procedure to pa-tients, assures safety of patients, reviews films to assure appropriate images, & prepares files & reports.
Essential Functions:
- Greets patient, confirms image to be taken, & explains x-ray procedure to patient.
- Reviews patient's medical history prior to performing x-ray procedure & confirms that patient has signed a contrast media consent form if needed.
- Takes x-ray exposures of patient following protocol for position of body, intensity of radiation, & time of exposure.
- Processes film & inspects images to determine that images meet the requirements of radiologist.
- Maintains equipment & examination room, stores film, & keeps inventory of related supplies.
- Prepares patient information files showing patient's name, date of x-ray, referring physician, & number of exposures.
- Prepares & submits reports showing the number & type of x-rays.
- Performs other related duties as directed.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent education.
- Completion of formal training in radiologic technology.
- RT certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology required.
- Licensed in appropriate jurisdiction required.
- CPR certification required.
- In order to work effectively w/ patients, must have effective interpersonal & communication skills & be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, & see.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1 year of experience as a radiologic technologist preferred.
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.
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