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Job Summary:
The
Radiologic Technologist-Pool, under
general supervision, will prepare
patients before taking radiographs,
process the radiology orders in
PointnClick, take the ordered X-rays via
CR equipment, electronically submit the
filed/stored images to the consulting
Radiologist for evaluation, and process
the Radiology reports for inclusion in
the EHR.Job
Description:
The
Radiologic Technologist-Pool will perform
all or some of the following Job
description:
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The
Radiologic Technologist-Pool will
operate diagnostic X-ray equipment, such
as the General Electric DDX 250II, to
provide radiographic images of
diagnostic quality to the consulting
radiologist as ordered by the patient's
attending physician
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He/She
will take X-rays which includes
positioning, obtaining cooperation for
the requested procedure, and reassuring
the patient
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Prepare
duplicate X-ray images for release to
the patient's personal off-campus
physician as needed
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The
Radiologic Technologist-Pool will
perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements / Knowledge /
Skill For Radiologic Technologist-Pool Job
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The
Radiologic Technologist-Pool should
possess thorough knowledge of CR X-ray
equipment and techniques; regional and
gross anatomy of the human body;
standardized radiological clinical
procedures; and hazards of radiologic
materials and the safety precautions
required; industry standards and ethics
pertaining to radiologic technology; and
federal and state laws and regulations
pertaining to radiography
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The
Radiologic Technologist-Pool should have
the ability and specialized skills to
perform general diagnostic radiographic
procedures and effectively assess the
quality of images taken
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He/She
should be able to operate applicable
diagnostic equipment including X-ray and
digital imaging equipment; produce
quality radiographs and images using
applicable systems to manipulate and
enhance images
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The
Radiologic Technologist-Pool should have
the ability to perform simple
maintenance on applicable equipment;
effectively use computerized systems
associated with producing and
manipulating digital images
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He/She
should be able to maintain records and
use applicable computerized systems;
recognize patient emergencies and alert
practitioners
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He/She
should be able to file X ray images
correctly; compile reports; read and
write at a level required for successful
job performance and follow oral and
written directions
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The
Radiologic Technologist-Pool should be
able to maintain patient confidentiality
in compliance with applicable federal
and state laws and regulations; and
maintain effective working relationships
with practitioners and other health
center support staff; and be sensitive
to and communicate effectively with
diverse patients.
Minimum Education Requirements /
Certification / Licensure For Radiologic
Technologist-Pool Job
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High
school diploma or equivalent
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Possess and maintain a Certificate
of Radiologic Technology as a
certified radiologic technologist
issued by the Radiologic Health
Branch of the State Department of
Health Services.
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