Technician - Radiology

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Job Summary

Performs all X-rays and fluoroscopic procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

To prepare patients for X-rays by explaining procedures to them to reduce their anxieties and obtain their cooperation

To position patients on examining table and adjust lead shield to protect unaffected parts of the body from exposure and obtain an optimum view of specific body area requested by physician.

To adjust X-ray equipment s to correct settings for each examination, to instruct patients and determine proper voltage, current, and desired exposure time for each radiograph.

To develop films using automatic and manual processing

To prepare and maintain records and files and enter data into the computer

To mark identification symbols on the film, make MIS reports and dispatch the reports to the respective departments

To assist in the training of new technicians.

To check equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis and to notify to supervisor as needed

In the absence of the supervisor, may be designated as the acting supervisor.

Technical Skill

Technical skills required for using the computer and the various radio imaging machines and equipment s both automatic and manual.

Verbal Ability

Problem solving / Decision-making

To think independently and exercise one s own judgment in determining actions during emergencies and in the absence of the supervisor.