Radiology Technologist PRN

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Operate imaging equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images of patients' internal structures.

About Surgery Partners

• Radiologic members.
• imaging

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patients, ensuring they understand the process and feel comfortable during the imaging process.
• Accurately position patients and equipment to obtain the best possible images while minimizing radiation exposure.
• Regularly check and maintain imaging equipment to ensure it is functioning correctly and safely.
• Work closely with radiologists and other healthcare professionals to interpret images and provide necessary information for diagnosis and treatment.
• Under direction, incumbents may instruct and prepare patients for radiologic examinations;
• Determine the most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shield patients appropriately;
• Prepare patients for radiologic examinations by explaining the procedure, removing articles such as jewelry, through which x-rays cannot pass
• Positioning patients so that the correct parts of the body can be radiographed.
• Place the x-ray film under the part of the patient's body to be examined and make the exposure. Then remove the film and develop it.
• Position and operate stationary or portable radiologic machines and take x-rays images of all parts of the human body for the physician to use in the diagnosis of disease or injury.
• Produce x-ray films (radiographs), develop, make copies and fix x-ray films of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems.
• Prepare solutions for processing films;
• Assist in fluoroscopic work; under supervision, make clinical photographs of unusual cases and identify photographs;
• Maintain equipment and quarters;
• Monitors patients during the procedure.
• Surround the exposed area with radiation protection devices, such as lead shields, or limit the size of the x-ray beam to prevent unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Using instruments similar to a measuring tape, measure the thickness of the section to be radiographed and set controls on the machine to produce radiographs of the appropriate density, detail and contrast.
• Keep records and files;
• Make reports as needed and other related duties.
• Knowledge of modern radiologic equipment and techniques; regional and gross anatomy of the human body; standardized radiologic clinical procedures; thorough knowledge of the hazards of radiologic materials and the safety precautions required; the operation and care of modern radiologic equipment; and the ordering and storing of supplies.
• Ability to communicate effectively at a level required for successful job performance; administer emergency aid for shock; prepare solution used in processing x-ray film and process film; keep simple records, file film correctly, and compile reports; follow directions; analyze situations accurately and take effective action; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others
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Requirements

• an
• accredited
• Certification
• Certification
• licensure.

understanding

• Ability to work individually or as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining attention to detail.

care

procedures.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal busy office environment with much telephone work. For the majority of our positions this would be a climate controlled office environment during normal business hours. Occasional evening and/or weekend work.