Radiologist Technician

Essential Functions

• Performs diagnostic CT exams of the head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis, spine, and extremities.
• Places IVs for contrast injections.
• Follows protocols set by the radiologist.
• Receives patient, explains the procedure, and creates a safe environment for the patient through good communication skills.
• Performs diagnostic x-ray examinations including spine, extremities, head chest, and abdomen.
• Follows standard positions and views prescribed by radiologists.
• Aids radiologist with fluoroscopic procedures.
• Performs bone density tests.
• Receives patients, explains procedures, and utilizes standardized techniques, settings, and positions to accomplish acceptable results.
• Performs office jobs in a small department including, but not limited to: answering phones, scheduling patients' exams, printing reports, retrieving charts, researching problems, ordering supplies, and helping radiologists and providers.
• Responsible for QA and QC for NPVMC imaging modalities.
• Documents: patient exposure time to radiation, amount of contrast administered, exam performed, and other information as required by the Joint Commission regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology used in standard radiographic, CT, and fluoroscopic exams.
• Extensive knowledge of radiation physics and protection (ALARA).
• Considerable knowledge of digitized imaging and multiple computer systems.
• Skilled at independently performing radiographic, CT, and fluoroscopic exams.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Skilled in organizing and cleaning work areas and maintaining equipment in serviceable condition.
• Able to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with radiologists, providers, patients, computer technologists, and NPVMC staff.
• Able to perform multiple tasks in a small department.
• Able to learn new imaging exams as required by radiologists or providers.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Radiography School
• 2 years' experience in Radiography
• 1-year experience in CT preferred

Credentials

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certified
• CT certification