Radiology Technologist

About this Job: General Summary of PositionAdministers roentgen rays and radioactive substances to patients. Operates x-ray equipment develops film prepare patient's room equipment supplies and medications. Provides patient services using imaging modalities.Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare room equipment medicine and materials as needed for patients.Cleans and disinfects x-ray room and equipment.Prepare barium preparation and other chemical mixture for x-rays.Prepare patient for x-rays explains procedures transfers patient to table position patient and assists patient at end of procedure.Follow prescribed techniques in administrating general and specific x-rays. Adjusts equipment determines proper voltage current and desired exposure time. Arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patient and adjusts the lead shield and selects proper film.Radiographs all incoming patients.Observes patient and machine during procedures and reports unusual occurrences and records patient's condition.Routinely maintains stock supplies and performs general office duties such as writing reports.Assists chief technologist in maintaining radiographic technique charts.Transports patientsFollow infection control guidelines applicable to the section.Efficiently takes mobile x-ray unit to patient's room or emergency room.Works holidays weekends and takes call as necessary.Performs all related duties as assigned.Minimal QualificationsEducationAssociate's degree in Radiology required orBachelor's degree in Radiology requiredLicenses and CertificationsMaryland State License required andARRT Registered with ARRT requiredKnowledge Skills and AbilitiesAbility to comprehend and follow the policies and procedures for Souther