POSITION PURPOSE

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.

SUMMARY

All employees are expected to perform their duties as set forth here and in accordance with all policies and procedures and Mission, Values, and Vision of Catalina Island Medical Center "CIMC." The person doing this job is responsible for a variety of tasks that lead to a high level of customer satisfaction with respect and dignity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Instructs, prepares, and positions the patients and performs diagnostic x-ray and, if qualified, CT examinations.

2. Selects appropriate equipment and adjusts technical factors for each desired image.

3. Arranges and adjusts immobilization and supportive devices to obtain precise positioning and to preclude patient movement and shields patients according to radiation safety procedures.

4. Prepare and administer contrast media for certain examinations.

5. 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.

6. Electronically manages radiologist's preliminary and final reports and ensures copies of those reports are forwarded to the appropriate department(s).

7. Prepares and scans / transmits x-ray/US/CT images to radiologist.

8. Maintains appropriate electronic or CD patient records.

9. Cleans and maintains CT/CT facilities and equipment.

10. Maintains in an orderly fashion x-ray films/folders, index cards and related records.

11. Complies with all radiation safety procedures that protect self and the patient.

12. Transports patients during examination procedures.

13. May be required to work unusual hours, shifts or be on call.

14. Carry a cell phone when on call to respond to emergencies.

ORGANIZATIONAL FUNCTIONS

1. Be compliant with organizational policies and procedures and related departmental procedures.

2. Follow all HIPAA regulations as outlined in the HIPAA Policy and Procedure Manual.

3. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

4. Excellent customer service skills for both inter and intra department.

5. Other duties as assigned by the physicians and Supervisor.

6. Other general administrative duties and projects as assigned.

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

1. Knowledge of theories, principles, and techniques of diagnostic imaging and related procedures.

2. Knowledge of principles of physics, electricity and related physical sciences as applied to radiology.

3. Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology as related to radiology.

4. Knowledge of medical terminology.

5. Knowledge of hazards of radiological materials and safety precautions.

6. Knowledge of CIMC procedures and record keeping requirements.