Radiology Technician PRN

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Under the direction of the department manager, performs interpretive, patient care, and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients.

• Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies
• Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements
• Explains and prepares the patient for all radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures
• Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure
• Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safely position the patient for maximum diagnostic yield
• Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, operating suites and at the patient’s bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. (as low as reasonably achievable) standards
• Maintains radiographic equipment and rooms in proper working condition; reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisory personnel
• Assists with examinations of higher complexity such as arteriography, pyelography, etc.
• Performs work of equal skill, effort, and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increased responsibility
• Follows hospital exposure control plans, blood borne and airborne pathogen protocols
• Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times; follows HIPAA regulations and policies
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Communicates with patients, families, and co-workers in person, in writing, and on telephone

• Must be a graduate of an approved two-year program
• Six months to be fully proficient preferred
• ARRT registered or registry eligible

PRN, as needed

SMH is EOE

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:
Health Care Provider

Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care