Xray Technologist

ORTHOPEDICS RHODE ISLAND INC•Warwick, RI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The X-Ray Technologist is responsible for operating X-ray and fluoroscopic equipment that assists radiologists and/or physicians with diagnosing and/or treating disease and/or injury.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in radiological technology from accredited X-ray technology program.
One to three years of experience as an X-ray technologist, preferably in a medical practice environment.
X-Ray Tech License of RI.

Nice To Haves

American Registry of Radiologic Technologist registration preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
Protects patients, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
Takes X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area.
Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis.
Adjusts/sets radiographic controls.
Positions patients and takes X-rays of specific parts of the patient’s body as requested by physicians.
Checks X-rays for clarity of image, retaking when needed.
Distributes X-rays to appropriate medical staff.
Maintains required records including patient records, daily logbooks, and monthly reports.
Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.
Complies with safety standards.
Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs.
Maintains radiographic supplies and orders as necessary.