Radiology Technician (PRN or Part-Time)

About the role

PRN or Part-Time Radiographer position performing fluoroscopic procedures for the treatment of patients of all age groups, utilizing professional radiology practice standards. Responsible for all duties related to imaging patient care, file room, general clerical, physician assistance, and other related duties necessary for complete patient outcomes in the outpatient surgery department.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and prepare patients for radiologic examinations
• Determine the most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shield patients appropriately
• Prepare patients by explaining the procedure and removing articles such as jewelry that block x‑rays
• Position patients so the correct body parts can be radiographed
• Place x‑ray film under the body part to be examined and make the exposure
• Remove and develop the film
• Position and operate stationary or portable radiologic machines to take x‑ray images of all parts of the human body for physician diagnosis
• Produce x‑ray films (radiographs), develop, make copies, and fix films for medical problem diagnosis
• Prepare solutions for processing films
• Assist in fluoroscopic work; under supervision, make clinical photographs of unusual cases and identify photographs
• Maintain equipment and quarters
• Monitor patients during procedures
• Surround exposed area with radiation protection devices (e.g., lead shields) or limit x‑ray beam size to prevent unnecessary radiation exposure
• Measure thickness of the section to be radiographed using instruments similar