Job Description

Position x-ray equipment and adjust controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance. Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician. Determine patients' x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians. Make exposures necessary for the requested procedures, rejecting and repeating work that does not meet established standards. Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer-generated methods. Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation. Prepare the patient for the procedure, explain if there are restrictions on diet or give instructions as needed. Perform procedures such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT Scan), panorama, cephalometric radiography, mammography, routine contrast studies, and general x-ray examinations of the head, trunk, and extremities under supervision of physician/radiologist. Prepare and set up x-ray room for patient. Assure that sterile supplies, contrast materials, catheters, and other required equipment are present and in working order, requisitioning materials as necessary. Maintain records of patients examined, examinations performed, views taken, and technical factors used. Aid physicians or other technologists in the performance of more complex procedures. Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctioning equipment to Radiologist. Provide other technologists with suggestions of additional views, alternate positioning or improved techniques to ensure the images produced are of the highest quality. Coordinate work of other technicians or technologists when procedures require more than one person. Assist with on-the-job training of new employees and provide input to supervisors regarding training performance. Maintain a current file of examination protocols. Aid in monitoring patients' vital signs and notifying the radiologist of any relevant changes. Prepare contrast material, and anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under the direction of a radiologist. Operate digital picture archiving communications systems. Completes records, reports and other statistical information for master files/database. Follows the Center's policy for data retrieval, record keeping, identification, requisition, reporting, charting and other procedures related to radiology. Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Performs any other duties as directed by his/her Superiors.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:

Radiology Technologist: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:

* MOPH License (Preferred)