Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for X-Ray exams, positions patients based upon the type of procedure to be performed.

• Administers routine X-Ray exams as ordered by the treating clinician.

• Adjusts switches regulating length and intensity of exposure.

• Maintains quality assurance by performing appropriate validity tests and keeping quality assurance records.

• Maintains radiological film files and storage, pulls X-Rays as requested for referrals and/or copying.

• Keep logs for X-Rays sent out for referrals. Positions patient under X-Ray machine, adjusts immobilization devices, and provides appropriate radiation protection.

• Administers drugs or chemical mixtures orally or as enemas to render organs opaque.

• Assists in treating diseased or affected areas of body under supervision of Physician, by exposing area to specified concentrations of x-rays for prescribed periods of time.

• Prepares reports and maintains records of services rendered.

• Keeps logs for X-Rays sent out for referrals.

• Makes minor adjustments to equipment.

• Assists providers during examination and treatment.

• Maintains and operates all medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping in accordance with current policy and procedures.

• Completes quality assurance activities on equipment and medical devices as well as testing processes used in the center.

• Maintains supplies, cleans rooms and equipment, and stocks exam rooms.

• Notifies supervisor immediately if equipment is not functioning properly, supplies are needed, or facility is not operating as expected.

• Manages patient flow and volume. Keeps patients informed of expected wait times

• Responsible for clerical tasks in both the front and back office associated with patient care and proper record keeping. Ensures accuracy in documentation.

• Cross trained to perform Front Office duties including greeting patients, obtaining authorization, check in/out, communicating wait times, etc.

• Answers telephone as needed.

• Attends center staff meetings as required.

• Assists in maintaining a neat, clean and orderly appearance throughout the facility.

• Performs medical assisting functions on down time

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent

• Current licensure by the state in which employed, if state offers a licensing certification program

• Current registration with The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or have an equivalent Radiologic Technology credentialing agency

• CPR/First Aid Certification (preferred)

• 3 or more years of experience and the ability to work independently