Radiology Tech-Orthopedics- PRN

GENERAL SUMMARY

• Department: Core Orthopedics
• Schedule: PRN, Monday-Friday
• Location: Brighton, MI and Novi, MI

Takes radiologic films providing quality images to physicians to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems.

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and positions patients for imaging and selects exposure factors accurately.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.| Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.| Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.