Radiology / X-Ray Tech - Career Outlook

Work Schedule:

Sunday - Saturday, 8.5-hour shifts (Days/Evenings/Nights)

Occasional Holiday

NO CALL!

Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

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Performs a variety of routine and moderately complex diagnostic radiographic procedures, including but not limited to temporomandibular joint studies (TMJ) and special localization films of foreign bodies of the eye, hand, and foot. Takes all required eye films, for the purpose of locating foreign bodies such as glass, shrapnel, etc.

Responsible for properly arriving, printing the radiology worksheet, departing the patient's electronic medical record, and transfer of the scan to the medical Picture Archival Communication Systems (PACS) for review by the radiologist and responsible for the Quality Control Assessment and approval before the release of the patient and transfer of the scan. Reports needed repairs to government supervisor in order to maintain equipment in proper working condition.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Knowledge Required:

Knowledge of moderately complex radiographic procedures of the eye, skull, hand, foot, and facial features sufficient to perform such procedures.

Knowledge of radiographic equipment, to ascertain if malfunction or safety hazard is present and to ensure proper maintenance performed.

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, such as the structure, location, and function of major organs and the skeletal system, is required to locate areas of study using anatomical landmarks, identify organs appearing on the film to determine the acceptability of the radiograph for diagnostic use and determine if standard positioning techniques might cause further pain or injury to patients.

Knowledge of radiation protection agency standards, including radiation-sensitive areas of the body and all protective devices and methods appropriate to the equipment and procedures used, is essential to ensure adequate safeguards for patients and themselves and to reassure patients who may be unfamiliar with X-ray safety procedures.

Qualifications:

* Education:

Graduate from an academic program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

* Experience:

One year of experience as a Radiology / X-Ray Tech

* Licensure:

Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)

* Life Support Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS)&

* Security:

Must be able to pass a Government background check and obtain a Government security clearance.