X-Ray Technologist

Responsibilities

• Recognize the quality of the diagnostic services and the patient's well being as the primary responsibilities of the Radiographer.
• Prepare and stock work are as required to perform procedures as assigned/requested.
• Assure a safe and clean environment for patients at all times.
• Assure the "two step” identification of all patients and checks that any required diet preps have been followed before proceeding with any requested examinations.
• Explain the procedure and provides necessary instructions to the patient.
• Transfer and properly position patients for examinations in order to obtain desired radiographic results according to physician orders and in accordance with departmental protocols.
• C Conduct all examinations safely in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Produce optimal images at all times considering the size and abilities of the patient to fully cooperate as required.
• Produce optimal images and reviews all radiographs for optimal positioning exposure, patient identification and marker before releasing the patient.