Radiologic Technologist IV- CT

NALHE; San Jose (CA); In loco; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

NALHE is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging. The role involves operating radiographic equipment, preparing and positioning patients, and ensuring high-quality imaging for accurate diagnosis.

The technologist will determine exposure factors, assist with fluoroscopy in applicable settings, and maintain safety and quality control standards.

Competenze

• Performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Explains procedures to reduce patient anxiety and obtain cooperation.
• Prepares and positions patient for imaging procedures.

Mansioni

• Determines exposure factors based on patient factors and area imaged.
• Operates radiographic equipment to obtain accurate images.
• Assists radiologists with fluoroscopy and x-ray examinations where permitted.
• Prepares images for reading by radiologist or physician.
• Performs routine maintenance and basic repairs on radiologic equipment.
• Maintains radiation protection practices to minimize exposure.

Conoscenze

Radiology procedures

Patient positioning

Exposure factor selection

Image processing

Radiation protection

Formazione

CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy

Strumenti

Mobile radiographic equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation
• Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
• Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree on penetration required. Moves imaging equipment into specified position.
• Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
• Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patients bedside.
• Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians who have a valid CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.
• Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
• Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff. Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
• Orients new hires and trains students.
• Fills in as necessary in the absence of the Supervising Radiology Technologist.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

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