Under the supervision of Radiology Director or Medical Staff,
performs diagnostic radiographic procedures on patients. Cleans and maintains
equipment and prepares necessary reports and maintains records. OSHA Bloodborne
Pathogens Class I.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Education: High school graduate or equivalent and graduate of an accredited program
of Radiologic Technology preferred.
B. Personal job-related skills: Knowledge of radiologic equipment and effective oral and
written communication skills.
C. Licensure, registry or certification: A current Texas license (CMRT) is required or
current Texas state license practitioner.
D. Experience
a. Prior Work Experience: One year as a registered technologist preferred.
b. Technical Training: CPR training required. Training in the performance of/or
additional training to be able to perform the following is preferred: CT exams
with Triple Contrast Utilization, Bone Density Testing, Fluoroscopic procedures,
Mammography, Magnetic Resonace Imaging. Proficient use of dry image
processing systems, P.A.C.S., electrocardiograms, organizational skills of patient
images, reports processing and exam scheduling. Exam/diagnosis coding
preferred.
E. Physical and Mental Requirements: Duties of the position require moderate standing,
walking, twisting, reaching and handling of instruments and equipment. Occasional
heavy lifting is required, including lifting and supporting patients who may suddenly
become weak or helpless.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision unless direct supervision is
required.
a. Ensures the correct procedure is being performed on the patient.
b. Instructs and prepares patient for procedure and assures proper positioning.
c. Properly identifies images with corresponding patient file.
d. Transports patients to and from the department.
e. Provides care appropriate for the neonate and the pediatric, adolescent and
geriatric patients served based on demonstrated knowledge of the principles of
growth and development over the life span.
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