Radiology Technologist-Trauma Clinic

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic x-ray procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Uses x-ray technology and techniques to assist in the diagnosis of patient medical problems.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. * Performs clinic reception including greeting patients, patient registration and answering the telephone.

3. *Prepares patient for x-ray; explains procedures to patient and/or family; prepares room, equipment and materials as needed.

4. *Positions patient and arranges immobilization and support devices for patient.

5. *Practices radiation protection/safety techniques to limit exposure to patient and medical staff.

6. *Adjusts equipment controls; determines proper voltage and exposure time; administers routine x-ray exams.

7. *Observes patient and machine during procedure; reports unusual occurrences to physician.

8. *Documents procedure performed in patient record.

9. *Maintains CD library of x-rays taken; retrieves and logs x-rays requested or copies made for patients or referring physicians.

10. *Cleans and disinfects x-ray room and equipment; maintains inventory and orders x-ray supplies.

11. *Performs x-ray quality assurance tests and maintains x-ray quality assurance records.

12. *Transmits x-ray images to radiology group for interpretation; completes follow-up of x-ray transmission with phone call; ensures hard copy of report is given to physician for review and notation.

13. *Reports any problems with x-ray equipment promptly to physician; notifies Office Supervisor of equipment problems and calls appropriate service vendors as directed.

14. *Turns in personal radiology exposure badges for evaluation as required by state law.

15. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk "*". Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technologist program required. Current certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) required.