RAD TECH

Description

   POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Diagnostic Radiology Manager, the Radiology Technologist is responsible for the provision of radiological services to patients according to physicians’ orders. 

Requirements

· Assists in the maintenance of all equipment in the department, including cleaning and minor repairs. Facilitates departmental operations through completion of all patient logs, charge requisitions, and other paper work. Maintain safety precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patients, other personnel, and self. Participates in quality control and performance improvement activities within the department. Participates in rotating call system to provide continuous availability of services. Performs other related duties as assigned.

· Prepares patients appropriately for radiographic examination as prescribed by patients’ physician. Sets both mobile and stationary equipment for use. Performs routine radiographic examinations and assists in procedures in other areas of the department.  Uses the computerized radiography processing system.

· Prepares barium sulfate solutions and administers them to patients according to physician orders. Maintains current knowledge of diagnostic procedures performed in the Diagnostic Imaging Department 

· Possesses basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology required to apply principles of radiology and methods of exposure to obtain clearly defined films. Possesses basic knowledge of radiology equipment functioning to provide for minor repair and trouble-shooting for problems. Possesses specialized knowledge of sterile technique and its application in the invasive procedures performed in the department. Proficient in the utilization of all radiological equipment in the department.

FULL TIME POSITION