Radiology Technologist; Part Time

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Job Title: Radiology Technologist (Operating Room)

Performs fluoroscopic procedures for the treatment of patients of all age groups, utilizing the guidelines of professional radiology practice standards. Responsible for all duties related to imaging patient care, general clerical, physician assistance, and other related duties in the outpatient surgery department.

Physician/Medical Director.

• Under direction, incumbents may instruct and prepare patients for radiologic examinations.
• Determine the most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shield patients appropriately.
• Positioning patients so that the correct parts of the body can be radiographed.
• Place the x-ray film under the part of the patient’s body to be examined and make the exposure. Then remove the film and develop it.
• Position and operate stationary or portable radiologic machines and take x-rays images of all parts of the human body for the physician to use in the diagnosis of disease or injury.
• Produce x-ray films (radiographs), develop, make copies and fix x-ray films of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems.
• Prepare solutions for processing films.
• Assist in fluoroscopic work; under supervision, make clinical photographs of unusual cases and identify photographs.
• Maintain equipment and quarters.
• Monitors patients during the procedure.
• Surround the exposed area with radiation protection devices, such as lead shields, or limit the size of the x-ray beam to prevent unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Using instruments similar to a measuring tape, measure the thickness of the section to be radiographed and set controls on the machine to produce radiographs of the appropriate density, detail and contrast.
• Keep records and files.
• Make reports as needed and other related duties.

Knowledge of modern radiologic equipment and techniques; regional and gross anatomy of the human body; standardized radiologic clinical procedures; thorough knowledge of the hazards of radiologic materials and the safety precautions required; the operation and care of modern radiologic equipment; and the ordering and storing of supplies.

Ability to communicate effectively at a level required for successful job performance; administer emergency aid for shock; prepare solution used in processing x-ray film and process film; keep simple records, file film correctly, and compile reports; follow directions; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Possession of a current valid license as a Licensed Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of Utah.
• Two years of experience, including training in radiologic techniques and methods, under an accredited medical radiologist. (Successful completion of the work required for a graduate nurse may be substituted for one year of this required experience and training.)
• Successful completion of a two-year training program in radiologic technology approved by the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, in collaboration with the American College of Radiology.

• Knowledge of email systems such as Microsoft Outlook sufficient to communicate with both internal and external contacts.
• Knowledge of Word and Excel sufficient to create simple documents such as memos and reports, enter data, copy or cut and paste data and print results.
• Knowledge of WebMD and Intergy system sufficient to perform review and data entry preferred.

• Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.

• Ability to be on your feet for long periods and lift or turn patients.
• Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal…