What are the responsibilities and job description for the X-Ray Technician Specialist position at beBeeRadiologist?
Job Description:
The Radiologic Imaging Specialist is responsible for performing radiographic procedures to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
Responsibilities include preparing patients, operating imaging equipment, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Additionally, the specialist will assist in maintaining accurate patient records and communicate effectively with healthcare professionals.
Key Accountabilities:
- Prepare room, equipment, medicine, and materials for patients
- Clean and disinfect x-ray room and equipment
- Prepare barium preparation and other chemical mixtures for x-rays
- Prepare patients for x-rays, explain procedures, transfer patients to tables, position patients, and assist patients at the end of procedures
- Follow prescribed techniques in administering general and specific x-rays
- Adjust equipment, determine proper voltage, current, and desired exposure time
- Arrange immobilization and support devices to obtain patient positions and adjust lead shields and select proper films
- Radiograph all incoming patients
- Observe patients and machines during procedures and report unusual occurrences and record patient conditions
- Maintain stock supplies and perform general office duties such as drafting reports
- Assist chief technologists in maintaining radiographic technique charts
- Transport patients
- Follow infection control guidelines applicable to the section
Salary : $29,523 - $51,452
