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SalarySummary: Performs diagnostic radiography according to departmental protocol under the direction of a radiologist in a manner to provide exceptional customer service to each member.
Duties:
- Positions patients and adjusts equipment for taking X-rays following established procedures.
- Instructs patients regarding procedures. Observes patients during examination.
- Follows prescribed safety standards in operating radiologic equipment.
- Selects length and intensity for radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on individual patient basis.
- Examines radiologic image for properties such as density and contrast, definition, magnification and distortion.
- Authorizes release of patients upon completion of radiologic examination.
- Ensures images are in accordance with imaging protocols and completes exams for radiologist to review.
- Maintains examination rooms. Stocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies.
- Cleans and makes minor adjustments to radiologic equipment.
- Participates in training employees, student technologists in equipment operation, patient movement, and quality assurance.
- Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
- Enhances professional growth through education programs, conferences and workshops.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience: Minimum high school education or equivalent. Experience in diagnostic radiology in hospital or clinical setting required, with a minimum of one year of experience preferred. Current certification (ARRT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist. State certification as a Medical Certified Technologist is required. Current CPR certification. Must have knowledge of medical terminology. Bilingual ability in English/Spanish preferred. Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal. Ability to work under pressure.
Computer Skills: Skilled in use of computer, typewriter, fax machine, copier. Knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, Internet and database software.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment: Clinic setting. Exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
Physical Demands: Requires manual dexterity, sitting, stooping, reaching, kneeling, crouching, bending, and walking, lifting up to 40 lbs. Standing for extended periods. Ability to move equipment and transfer patients. Ability to assist with lifting or pushing patient. Close vision and ability to adjust focus.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Education
Required- High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required- ARRT - Radiology
- TX Radiologic Tech
Skills
Preferred- Customer Service
Behaviors
Preferred- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
