Radiology Technologist-Bryan Urgent Care-LifePointe

Summary

General Summary :

The BPN Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic x-ray procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Uses x-ray technology and techniques to assist in the diagnosis of patient medical problems.

Principal Job Functions

• Performs clinic reception including greeting patients, patient registration and answering the telephone.
• Prepares patient for x-ray; explains procedures to patient and / or family; prepares room, equipment and materials as needed.
• Positions patient and arranges immobilization and support devices for patient.
• Practices radiation protection / safety techniques to limit exposure to patient and medical staff.
• Adjusts equipment controls; determines proper voltage and exposure time; administers routine x-ray exams.
• Observes patient and machine during procedure; reports unusual occurrences to physician.
• Documents procedure performed in patient record.
• Maintains CD library of x-rays taken; retrieves and logs x-rays requested or copies made for patients or referring physicians.
• Cleans and disinfects x-ray room and equipment; maintains inventory and orders x-ray supplies.
• Performs x-ray quality assurance tests and maintains x-ray quality assurance records.
• Transmits x-ray images to radiology group for interpretation; completes follow-up of x-ray transmission with phone call; ensures hard copy of report is given to physician for review and notation.
• Reports any problems with x-ray equipment promptly to physician; notifies Office Supervisor of equipment problems and calls appropriate service vendors as directed.
• Turns in personal radiology exposure badges for evaluation as required by state law.

Education and Experience :

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technologist program required. Current certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.