Radiology Technician

We are looking for a skilled Radiology Technician to join our team on a per diem basis. Operates imaging equipment to make images of designated portions of the body as ordered by the physician. Positions and instructs the patient radiological examinations, adjusts imaging equipment, and determines the proper voltage, current and desired exposure time for each image.

Essential Functions

• Instructs, prepares and positions the patients and performs diagnostic x-ray and, if qualified, CT examinations.
• Selects appropriate equipment and adjusts technical factors for each desired image.
• Arranges and adjusts immobilization and supportive devices to obtain precise positioning and to preclude patient movement and shields patients according to radiation safety procedures.
• Prepare and administer contrast media for certain examinations.
• Completes all required documentation including imaging requests, patient ID cards, billing information, patient history and consent forms and appropriate logbooks, either in electronic or paper formats.
• Electronically manages radiologist's preliminary and final reports and ensures copies of those reports are forwarded to the appropriate departments.
• Prepares and scans/transmits x-ray/US/CT images to radiologist.
• Cleans and maintains CT/CT facilities and equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of theories, principles, and techniques of diagnostic imaging and related procedures.
• Knowledge of principles of physics, electricity and related physical sciences as applied to radiology.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology as related to radiology.
• Knowledge of hazards of radiological materials and safety precautions.
• Ability to position patients for a wide variety of diagnostic examinations.

Education and Experience

• Current CA ARRT and CRT license
• At least 2 years of Radiology Technician experience.

CIMC is an equal opportunity employer.