What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist CT position at Townsen Memorial Hospital?
Townsen Memorial Imaging is looking for a Radiologic Technologist CT to join our facility in Humble, TX !
The Radiologic Technologist CT is responsible for performing a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures. The Technologist uses a variety of radiographic equipment, computers, and detectors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Sets up and operate radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and / or treatment of patients
- Selects proper ionizing factors for radiologic diagnosis
- Positions patient and set up and adjust equipment to obtain the best quality x-ray of the specific body area requested by the physician
- Takes preventative steps to minimize radiation exposure to the patient and fellow staff
- Adjusts and sets radiographic controls, such as kilovoltage and milliamperage, to prescribed specifications for proper timing of exposure
- Regulates the length and intensity of film exposure
- Positions and restrains patients; and takes X-rays of patients' chest, limbs, or other body parts as requested by the physicians
- Checks X-ray for clarity of image, and retakes X-rays when needed
- Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols and following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart.
- Maintain radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
Townsen Memorial Hospital is an accredited network of facilities with an emphasis on emergency care, outpatient surgery, and diagnostics and imaging. Our core mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based patient care to those we serve. At Townsen Memorial, we encompass diversity, dignity, and inclusiveness as a reflection of our core values. Townsen Memorial is committed to driving cutting edge healthcare to our patients, our communities and each other.
Please visit our website for more information : https : / / townsenmemorial.com
Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
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