Radiology Technologist-Bryan Urgent Care - LifePointe
The BPN Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic x-ray procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Uses x-ray technology and techniques to assist in the diagnosis of patient medical problems.
Principal Job Functions :
- * Performs clinic reception including greeting patients, patient registration and answering the telephone.
- *Prepares patient for x-ray; explains procedures to patient and/or family; prepares room, equipment and materials as needed.
- *Positions patient and arranges immobilization and support devices for patient.
- *Practices radiation protection/safety techniques to limit exposure to patient and medical staff.
- *Adjusts equipment controls; determines proper voltage and exposure time; administers routine x-ray exams.
- *Observes patient and machine during procedure; reports unusual occurrences to physician.
- *Documents procedure performed in patient record.
- *Maintains CD library of x-rays taken; retrieves and logs x-rays requested or copies made for patients or referring physicians.
- *Cleans and disinfects x-ray room and equipment; maintains inventory and orders x-ray supplies.
- *Performs x-ray quality assurance tests and maintains x-ray quality assurance records.
- *Transmits x-ray images to radiology group for interpretation; completes follow-up of x-ray transmission with phone call; ensures hard copy of report is given to physician for review and notation.
- *Reports any problems with x-ray equipment promptly to physician; notifies Office Supervisor of equipment problems and calls appropriate service vendors as directed.
- *Turns in personal radiology exposure badges for evaluation as required by state law.
Education and Experience :
Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technologist program required.Current certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) required.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
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