Diag Rad Tech-Reg-Radiology

Hurley•Flint, MI

13h

About The Position

Sets up equipment and positions patients for diagnostic x-rays and examinations. Assists physicians with sterile procedures, develops x-ray films, and maintains film files and other records. Participates in quality assessment and continuous quality improvement activities and complies with applicable safety and infection-control standards. Performs duties courteously and in a customer-focused manner according to the Hurley Family Standards of Behavior. Works under the administrative and technical supervision of the Diagnostic Radiology Supervisor or designee, and the medical supervision of the Medical Director of Radiology.

Requirements

Completion of a recognized two-year program in Diagnostic Radiology.
Registration by the ARRT as a radiographer.
Working knowledge of x-ray photography methods and techniques, including patient positioning, equipment adjustment and operation, and film processing and development.
Knowledge of human anatomy as it relates to diagnostic radiologic work.
Knowledge of effective methods and techniques for administering diagnostic x-rays, associated hazards for equipment operators and patients, and appropriate precautionary measures.
Ability to maintain records and files of photographic work.
Ability to maintain harmonious relationships with physicians, patients, the public, and other Medical Center personnel.

Responsibilities

Schedules and prepares patients for diagnostic x-rays; loads film holders and cassettes; takes and prepares diagnostic x-rays.
Transports patients to and from radiology and returns them to their rooms after treatment or study.
Requisitions drugs and supplies to maintain adequate examination-room inventory.
Under a physician’s direction, administers intravenous media and inserts urethral catheters; monitors patients’ reactions to procedures.
Marks and sorts films for filing; prepares x-ray envelopes and records; files films and records.
Operates computerized equipment and assists with simple equipment repairs.
Assists with in-service orientation of newly hired departmental personnel.
Serves as a clinical instructor for radiology students, directly supervising students until competency is achieved and indirectly supervising them afterward; evaluates competency and completes monthly clinical rotation forms.
Assists in cleaning diagnostic rooms and equipment and makes simple equipment repairs as required.
May assist Special Procedures/CT Technologists with special examinations.
Uses effective judgment to understand, respond to, and treat when appropriate the unique needs of the patient age groups served.