Acute Practical Radiology Technician

Core Functions

• Performs the setup and acquisition of prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility/state policies and procedures.
• Educates patients/families regarding the procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
• Processes the prescribed diagnostic radiographic procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility/state policies and procedures.
• Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
• Ability to trouble-shoot and notify appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.
• Schedules and re-evaluates workflow throughout the day to ensure efficient operation and workflow of the department.
• Ensures exam rooms are stocked, performs room set-up, establishes patient transport, and schedules coordination with multi-disciplinary team members.
• Prepares and maintains accurate documentation in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
• Adheres to safety policies.
• Independently performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility/state policies, procedures and protocols to patients.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Practical Radiologic Technologist or Limited Scope Technologist licensure by state regulatory agency if applicable.
• BLS certification.
• One year of experience.
• Effective communication skills, human relations skills, and the ability to analyze data and solve basic problems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.