Radiology Technologist - 1649007

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

Associate performs quality diagnostic procedures in an accurate and timely fashion. He / she operates CT and X-ray equipment and processes image as required. Associate prepares CT room, equipment, supplies and medication as indicated for the procedure / exam being performed.  He / she practices proper radiation safety techniques on all exams and ensures his / her direct reports and other staff members follow the same precautions. Associate maintains safe environment for patients, co-workers and visitors. Supports and helps achieve the departmental and hospital goals. Provides services to all age groups (infant to geriatric).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Participates in hospital or departmental performance improvement activities.
• Prepares room, equipment, medicine and materials as needed for patients.
• Cleans and disinfects CT room and equipment.
• Observes proper radiation safety techniques on all exams.
• Prepares Barium preparation and other CT contrast mixtures for the procedures.
• Prepares patient for CT exam – explains procedures, transfers patient to table, positions patient and assists patient at the end of the procedure.
• Processes image in accordance with industry standards and techniques.
• Follows prescribed techniques in administering CT procedure / exam (adjust equipment; determines proper KVP & mA, positions patient, adjust lead shield and selects proper scanning parameters).
• Observes patient and machine during procedure and reports unusual occurrences and records patient’s condition.
• Maintains stock supplies and performs general office duties, (i.e., proper charge codes, procedures completed.)
• Inspects and reports equipment / room for any malfunctions within his / her shift.
• Transports patients as necessary.
• Takes call as required.
• Assists with other duties as assigned by the AVP / Director and or Imaging Manager / Supervisor / Lead Tech.
• Performs all CT procedures on patient between the ages of infancy to Geriatric.
• Participates in hospital or departmental performance improvement activities.
• Serves as a clinical resource to department staff, students, volunteers and other departments, and contributes to the teamwork essential to ensuring quality patient care
• Takes appropriate measures to ensure safety of patients.
• Efficiently operates the PACS.
• Provides excellent customer service to our patients, visitors, staff and co-workers.
• Performs Point of Care Testing for Urine HCG and Creatinine. Calculates GFR.
• Lab draws as necessary.
• Attends staff meetings and in-services.
• Completes educational activities as assigned.
• Follows proper procedure for infection control.

Qualifications / License / Certifications

Education :

Benefits :

Shifts :

Friday / Saturday / Sunday : Nights 7pm -7am

Friday / Saturday / Sunday : Days 7am-7pm

Friday / Saturday / Sunday :  Shifts vary