Radiology Technologist

DutiesPerforms routine radiographic, fluoroscopic, and portable examinations in the diagnostic department, nursing units, outpatient areas, and the surgery department.Job Responsibilities Takes radiographs per physician orders. Must be versatile within the diagnostic department. Protects all patients and employees from unnecessary radiation. Has knowledge of front desk operations and computer systems; reports all equipment problems to manager and Clinical Engineers. Can schedule all exams throughout the department, alerting a supervisor when necessary. Utilizes the centralized transport program for patient transportation. Accesses pertinent information in computer systems concerning patient exams, ordering, reprinting, or canceling when necessary. Interacts professionally with other departments. Effectively calls in needed on-call imaging associates as required. Reports equipment problems to clinical engineering and communicates messages to co-workers, either written or verbal. Alerts managers to equipment problems during on-call periods if necessary. Remains available for assignments as needed. Assists Radiologic Technologist Students. Performs duties related to equipment quality assurance, regulatory compliance, ordering of supplies, scheduling of staff, and hospital and departmental audits. Has access to patient records in the course of normal operations to conduct the business of medical imaging. Skills Required Skills & Experience: Knowledge of medical terminology, isolation, and sterile techniques/procedures. Proficiency in patient positioning and equipment operation (x-ray machines and printers). Schedule NotesShift: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 7 PM, every third weekend; weekend hours vary with one week of on-call duty.