What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diagnostic Imaging Technician position at Hardin Medical Center?
Job Description:
The Healthcare Radiology Professional will be responsible for maintaining and utilizing equipment and supplies necessary to demonstrate portions of the human body on x-ray film or fluoroscopic screen for diagnostic purposes. This role requires a high level of technical expertise, attention to detail, and excellent patient communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Position patients on examining tables and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum views of specific body areas as requested by physicians.
- Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer-generated methods.
- Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.
- Position x-ray equipment and adjust controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of a High School diploma is required, with completion of a 2-year Radiology Program resulting in an Associate's Degree.
- Radiology Clinical internship experience is mandatory, with some work experience as a Radiology Technologist preferred.
- ARRT (R) certification and current BLS/CPR are also required.
