Radiologic Technologist (RT)

About the role

The Radiology Technologist will be responsible for performing routine diagnostic radiology procedures using portable and fixed x-ray machines. They will also be responsible for safe operation of the x-ray machines to include utilizing ALARA techniques, entering patient demographics, image assessment, and utilizing the PACS and Cerner.

Responsibilities

• Performs all x-rays for DWM Medical Center Clinic and Gulf Orthopedics.
• Positions patients for required views, selects technique, shields, and identifies patients.
• Utilizes operator controls (kvp, ma, mas), table controls, and bucky controls.
• Communicates relative information to the radiologist regarding the procedure.
• Utilizes trouble-shooting on simple equipment issues, dialoging with manager or service.
• Provides patient education about the procedure, including when and how to get the results.
• Utilizes PACS for matching and image review.
• Performs required documentation and patient screenings, scans forms into PACS.
• Maintains equipment contracts.
• Assists with answering phones, submitting orders, CD burning/sign out.
• Participates in Department educational meetings.
• Cross-trains in phlebotomy, urine drug screens, BAT, and EKG.
• Coordinates with orthopedics when necessary, new techniques, etc.
• Trains x-ray back-up and signs off on their competency.
• Dialogs directly to the radiologist and/or physician (when needed) to obtain or provide patient information.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Radiology program ARRT in good standing, or eligible.
• BLS certified.
• Preferred: Advanced Registry or minimum one-year experience.