Radiologic Technologist

Overview

The Radiologic Technologist I is responsible for performing duties involving the taking of radiographs and fluoroscopic examinations of various portions of the body.

Special Instructions

Orthopedic Clinic Radiology Technician

Responsibilities

• Receives patient and checks x‑ray form to determine type and extent of examination involved. Secures records and reports for patients who have been examined previously.
• Secures patients from and returns to proper areas upon completion of x‑ray examination or treatment.
• Assists patient in preparation for examination and insures physical position for required exposure for all types of radiology.
• Performs and/or assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures while maintaining optimum patient safety.
• May mix and administer chemical mixtures orally or as enemas to render organs of the body more opaque.
• In accordance with prescribed procedures, may be required to develop exposed film. Prepare and replace developing and fixing solutions according to standard formulas.
• Maintains films and records as required.
• Reports all problems in equipment to Director as appropriate.
• May schedule patient appointments when clerk‑typist is not on duty.
• Performs recordkeeping pertaining to the job.
• May assist Radiologist in making special examinations.
• May be required to operate mobile x‑ray machine in Operating and Emergency Room or at bedside.
• Retrieves and returns isotopes or radium to proper storage area.
• Prepares and operates equipment for radiation therapy and records appropriate data.
• Determines if levels of free radiation are within limits of safety in storage or area of use.
• May prepare opaque compounds for IV administration by physician/radiologist.
• Must rotate on‑call as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic Technology training in an AMA approved school.
• Must have state licenses as required.
• Six (6) months up to one (1) year on‑the‑job training is required to attain proficiency of performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Employees in this Grade have not taken registry or failed it.