SODANI DIAGNOSTICS
Job Description
X-RAY / CT TECHNICIAN
Department
Radiology
Designation
X-Ray / CT Technician
Reporting To
Radiology In-Charge
Location
Sodani Diagnostics
Job Purpose
To perform X-Ray and CT examinations safely, accurately, and efficiently while maintaining excellent patient care, image quality, radiation safety, and professional behaviour.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine and emergency X-Ray and CT examinations as per approved protocols.
- Verify patient identity, examination request, clinical information, and preparation before scanning.
- Ensure correct positioning, scan planning, exposure/CT parameters, and anatomical coverage.
- Optimize image quality while minimizing repeat examinations and radiation dose.
- Perform CT contrast studies as per approved safety protocols and promptly report adverse reactions.
- Review images for quality, artifacts, coverage, and correct labeling before completing the examination.
- Perform required CT reconstructions such as MPR/MIP/3D where applicable.
- Maintain accurate RIS/PACS documentation and ensure timely image transfer.
- Follow radiation protection, infection-control, MRI/CT safety, and emergency procedures applicable to the assigned modality.
- Perform daily equipment checks and immediately report equipment faults or downtime.
- Maintain examination-room cleanliness and equipment care.
- Support departmental TAT, quality, safety, and patient-satisfaction targets.
- Participate in training, audits, competency assessments, and quality-improvement activities.
Competency Requirements
- Technical
- X-Ray positioning and exposure selection
- CT protocol selection and scan planning
- Image-quality assessment
- Radiation-dose optimization
- Contrast-safety procedures
- PACS/RIS operation
- Basic equipment troubleshooting
- Behavioural
- Patient-friendly and respectful communication
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Accountability and ownership
- Punctuality and discipline
- Attention to detail
- Ability to remain calm during emergencies
- Willingness to learn and accept feedback
- Professional and ethical conduct
Key Performance Expectations
- Patient ID Verification 100%
- Acceptable Image Quality 95%
- Avoidable Repeat Scans Technical/scanning errors: <1%
- TAT Compliance 95%
- Safety/SOP Compliance 100%
Minimum Qualification
Diploma/Bachelor's Degree in Radiology / Medical Imaging Technology or equivalent.
Relevant Experience In X-Ray And CT Preferred.
Basic PACS/RIS and computer knowledge.