Radiology Technologist

Optim Medical Center - Screven is seeking a PRN Radiology Technologist for our Reidsville, GA location. 

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties assigned). 

*Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT

Responsible for General radiology, C-arm, Computed Tomography
Operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes
Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and team members
Quality patient care, contrast media administration, quality control, patient documentation, record maintenance.

Responsible for proper use of light system to get patients

Responsible for identifying patient and exam

Ensuring correct exam will be done if questions about what the doctor may want.

Safely escort patient to radiology department

Provide patient confidentiality

Create a patient folder by placing information into the computer prior to starting the exam

Provide patient radiation protection

Position patient for each view ordered

Make exposure using ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) technical factors and proper collimation

Use QA (Quality Assurance) with each view taken to ensure correct identification of body part (L-R), acceptable technical factors and positioning

Store each patient’s study to the Pacs System

Ensure charges properly match exams done

Return patient to the exam room

Assist doctors and staff with Pac’s questions

Make copies of film to paper, film or disks for doctors and patients

Responsible for taking scout radiographs for MRI patients

Assist film library with filing outside film in the computer

Maintain proper radiation protection for self when holding patients

Assist film library with mailing back outside film

Provide coverage of film library when personnel absent

Provide coverage for Saturday and evening hours

Adhere to schedules provided weekly and monthly

Attend seminars and read bimonthly publications

Take direct readings tests for continuing education to keep certification current

Performs related work as required

Connect patient studies in the Pacs System daily