PRN Radiology Technologist

Job Summary: Responsible for operating X-ray and fluoroscopic equipment that assists radiologists and/or physicians with diagnosing and/or treating disease and/or injury.

Primary Job Responsibilities/Tasks

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
• Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
• Takes X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area.
• Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjusts/sets radiographic controls.
• Positions patients and takes X-rays of specific parts of the patient’s body as requested by physicians.
• Develop and process radiological film. Checks X-rays for clarity of image, retaking when needed.
• Distributes X-rays to appropriate medical staff.
• Maintains required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports.
• Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.
• Complies with safety standards.
• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs.
• Maintains radiographic supplies, film, and orders as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education: Associate’s degree in radiological technology from accredited X-ray technician program. Current state X-Ray Technology certificate or license.
• Experience: One to three years of experience as X-ray technician, preferably in medical practice environment.
• Other Requirements: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist registration preferred.

Performance Requirements

Knowledge

• Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.

Skills

• Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

Abilities

• Ability to lift and position patients for the type of X-ray procedure required.
• Ability to notice detail in drawings and differences in shapes and shadings.
• Ability to read and write instructions, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients and other employees.
• Ability to competently use Microsoft Office.

Equipment Operated: Radiological equipment used for medical diagnosis and treatment.

Work Environment: Radiological unit. Exposure to disease, radiation, and toxic chemicals in the course of performing the work.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with an X-Ray Technician such as standing six to eight hours per day. Involves some bending, stooping, squatting, reaching above the shoulders, twisting, turning, kneeling, and pushing, and pulling. Heavy lifting 75+ lbs. required to move equipment and transfer patients. Occasional stress when working with anxious patients.