Radiology Tech
Core
Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injuries.
Role type
Radiologic Technologist
Builds
Diagnostic x-ray images for physician interpretation
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Imaging
Required skills
Radiation safety, patient positioning, collimation, image quality critique, infection control, equipment operation, RIS/PACS system usage
Preferred skills
Quality Assurance participation, on-call availability, learning new procedures
Technologies
RIS, PACS, imaging support equipment
Responsibilities
Review and interpret physician orders for diagnostic x-ray procedures; validate patient identification before procedures; communicate with patients to obtain medical history; validate working conditions and technical factors of imaging equipment; explain procedures to patients to facilitate cooperation and alleviate anxiety; assume responsibility for patient care during imaging including infection control; follow procedure protocols and policies; demonstrate competence in collimation, patient positioning, and radiation safety; critique all images for image quality; participate in Quality Assurance programs; recognize and deal with priorities promptly; maintain cooperative working relationships with department members; utilize imaging support equipment including printers, RIS, and PACS; accurately operate RIS functions for entering orders and charging procedures.