Job Description
Administers roentgen rays and radioactive substances to patients. Operates X-ray equipment, develops file, prepares patient's room, equipment, supplies and medications. Provides patient services using imaging modalities. Follows prescribed techniques in administering general and specific X-rays. (Adjusts equipment; determines proper voltage, current and desired exposure time; arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patient; adjusts lead shield; and selects proper film). Determines technique for ionizing radiation during radiologic exams. Prepares barium preparation and other chemical mixtures for X-rays. Observes patient and machine during procedure and reports unusual occurrences and records patient's condition. Develops film in accordance with photographic techniques. Cleans and disinfects X-ray room and equipment. Prepares patient for X-ray: explains procedures, transfers patient to table, positions patient and assists patient at end of procedures. Explains exam and equipment to patient and/or family. Maintains stock supplies and performs general office duties; writes reports. Takes mobile X-ray unit to patient's room. Inspects emergency trays and writes weekly reports. Transports patient. Maintains radiographic technique charts. Provides formal and informal education based on identified needs for staff/peers.
Facility Requirements
Must have BLS certification (Must be through the American Heart Association)
Must have CA Radiology License
Must have their RD ARRT certification, preferred to also have their CT ARRT certification
Must have experience in Radiology & CT
Potential on-call, shifts vary
Shifts for this position are for (5) 8's
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