What are the responsibilities and job description for the RADIOLOGY TECH position at Orthopaedic Institute of North Mississippi?
- Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Escort patients to rooms, provide instructions and assist patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety, and comfort.
- Operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
- Position radiologic equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance according to specs of examination.
- Take x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
- Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and team members.
- Ensure radiologic equipment remains in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to Practice Manager or supervisor.
- Perform related administrative duties including completing necessary forms and importing images from different modalities.
- Retrieve radiologic orders from and input related data into the electronic medical record.
- Maintain adequate radiologic supplies.
