Description

Summary: Performs diagnostic imaging procedures and provides patient education by performing the following duties:Essential Duties and Responsibilities• Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures
• Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation
• Determines exposure factors and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff
• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control
• Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician
• Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed in electronic medical records system
• Other duties as assigned. For example, on occasion may be asked to cover at a satellite office.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
B.A. from a 4-year college or university, A.A from a 2- year college, or accreditation from a 2-year hospital-based program
One to two years prior experience
ARRT Registered
Must maintain CE 24 credits every two years
Required Certifications:
o Act 34 PA Criminal Background
o Act 151 PA Child Abuse History
o Act 114 FBI Cogent Clearance Fingerprinting
Ability to multitask
Current CPR/AED Certification a plus
Must be able to assist patients on tables and equipment and occasionally lift and/or help move patients over 100 pounds
Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
Flexible team player
Strong computer experience, electronic medical records experience
Excellent verbal communication skills
Bi-lingual/Spanish skills for interpreting a plus