X - Ray Tech, Sr

Overview

Under limited supervision, is responsible for the coordination and administration of all radiologic exams; ensures technical quality and timely reporting of results. Assures compliance with appropriate regulatory agencies related to patient and employee safety. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

• Performs X‑ray procedures as ordered achieving a high level of film quality.
• Offers radiology expertise to physicians regarding appropriateness of additional/modified studies, etc.
• Escorts patients to the treatment room.
• Assists with dressings as necessary.
• Completes all paperwork necessary to ensure timely delivery of radiology services.
• Provides protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Ensures the safety and physical comfort of the patient while in technologist's care.
• Reports all malfunctions and/or need for adjustments to the proper company or facility.
• Arranges preventive maintenance as recommended by vendor.
• Follows prescribed safety standards in operating equipment.
• Digital cassettes are also run through the CR system in the morning and erased.
• Maintains radiation detection badges and files all radiation reports.
• May maintain adequate inventory of clinical and clerical supplies for the Radiology Department to ensure efficient operations.
• Arranges for the release of CD
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• Making sure that proper releases have been completed and release information saved in IKM.
• Maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.
• Performs call and confirms for CT exams.
• May walk PET patient on some days to PET Coach and assist PET technologist as needed.

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited school. Minimum five years' experience as an X‑ray technologist. Certification as a registered radiologic technologist (ARRT) required. Current IV and CPR certifications required.

Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye‑hand coordination for operation and repair of all department equipment. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Lifts and pushes patients in wheelchairs/stretchers weighing up to 300 pounds and places them in appropriate positions for operation of equipment. Requires ability to reach above shoulder height.

Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to blood, toxic substances, ionizing radiation and other conditions common to a clinic environment.