Radiology Technologist

PER DIEM POSITION

Job Summary

Operates radiologic and fluoroscopy equipment to produce radiographs of body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by a Radiologist and or Medical Director. The radiologic technologist uses diagnostic imaging equipment to help physicians diagnose illnesses and injuries.

Qualifications

• Current state of California ARRT license


• Display superior interpersonal skills for effective communication with patient and peers.


• Possess superior knowledge of x-ray procedures and techniques.


• Maintain confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times, as required by facility policy and HIPAA guidelines.


• Fluoroscopy license must be obtained within six months of hire date.
  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet, accept and prepare the patient for x-ray and fluoroscopy procedures..


• Assess and document patient’s condition to determine proper handling and special requirements.


• Check requisition for physician notes and/or special instructions.


• Instruct and assist patients in assuming physical position for appropriate test.


• Provide x-ray and fluoroscopy services in a timely manner while performing high quality procedures.


• Adhere to procedure protocols as established by the Medical Director.


• Enforce radiation safety procedures to provide a safe environment for patients and staff.


• Maintain x-ray and fluoroscopy equipment/rooms in proper working condition. Report malfunctions and necessary repairs to manager.


• Keeps autoclave in working order and sterilizes instruments.


• Keeps all crash carts up to date.


• Orders and keeps inventory of all medical supplies.


• Performs other duties and/or special projects as assigned.


• Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.


• Ensure operation of radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.


• Maintains radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.


• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.


• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.


• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.


• Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.


• Minimize radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.


• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols; following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart.


• Maintains production and quality of radiographs by following established standards and procedures; developing radiographs; observing radiographic results; making necessary adjustments.


• Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records