Rad Tech I

Overview

Performs diagnostic imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines.

• 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 safety 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 x ray rooms in proper working condition. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisory personnel.
• Performs various clerical duties including.
• Assists with examination of higher complexity such as arteriography, myelography, etc. Some examinations may require competence in venipuncture.
• Performs work of equal skill, effort, and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increased responsibility.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.
• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and interdepartmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Associate's Degree associate degree in Radiology from approved two-year program Required

Up to 1 year Preferred

• Current CPR Certification
• Basic Computer Skills
• ALARA guidelines
• Must be able to meet hospital on-call requirements.

• State licensure required
• ARRT required