Radiology Technologist-Bryan Urgent Care - LifePointe - Bryan Health

Lincoln, NE 68502

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General Summary:

The BPN Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic x-ray procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Uses x-ray technology and techniques to assist in the diagnosis of patient medical problems.

Principal Job Functions:

* Performs clinic reception including greeting patients, patient registration and answering the telephone.

*Prepares patient for x-ray; explains procedures to patient and/or family; prepares room, equipment and materials as needed.

*Positions patient and arranges immobilization and support devices for patient.

*Practices radiation protection/safety techniques to limit exposure to patient and medical staff.

*Adjusts equipment controls; determines proper voltage and exposure time; administers routine x-ray exams.

*Observes patient and machine during procedure; reports unusual occurrences to physician.

*Documents procedure performed in patient record.

*Maintains CD library of x-rays taken; retrieves and logs x-rays requested or copies made for patients or referring physicians.

*Cleans and disinfects x-ray room and equipment; maintains inventory and orders x-ray supplies.

*Performs x-ray quality assurance tests and maintains x-ray quality assurance records.

*Transmits x-ray images to radiology group for interpretation; completes follow-up of x-ray transmission with phone call; ensures hard copy of report is given to physician for review and notation.

*Reports any problems with x-ray equipment promptly to physician; notifies Office Supervisor of equipment problems and calls appropriate service vendors as directed.

*Turns in personal radiology exposure badges for evaluation as required by state law.

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technologist program required. Current certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

PI250300330

Source : Bryan Health

Radiology Technologist-Bryan Urgent Care - LifePointe - Bryan Health

Lincoln, NE 68502

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