Radiology Technologist

Description

THIS ROLE WOULD HAVE AN ANTICIPATED START DATE OF 12/28/2026

Job Summary: Responsible for operating X-ray and fluoroscopic equipment that assists radiologists and/or physicians with diagnosing and/or treating disease and/or injury.

Primary Job Responsibilities/Tasks:

• •Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
• •Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
• •Takes X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area.
• •Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjusts/sets radiographic controls.
• •Positions patients and takes X-rays of specific parts of the patient’s body as requested by physicians.
• •Develop and process radiological film. Checks X-rays for clarity of image, retaking when needed.
• •Distributes X-rays to appropriate medical staff.
• •Maintains required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports.
• •Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.
• •Complies with safety standards.
• •Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs.
• •Maintains radiographic supplies, film, and orders as necessary.
• •Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: Associate’s degree in radiological technology from accredited X-ray technician program. Current state X-Ray Technology certificate or license.

Experience: One to three years of experience as X-ray technician, preferably in medical practice environment.

Other Requirements: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist registration preferred.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

• •Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.
• •Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement.
• •Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.

Skills:

• •Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• •Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

Abilities:

• •Ability to lift and position patients for the type of X-ray procedure required.
• •Ability to notice detail in drawings and differences in shapes and shadings.
• •Ability to read and write instructions, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• •Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients and other employees.
• •Ability to competently use Microsoft Office.

Equipment Operated: Radiological equipment used for medical diagnosis and treatment.

Work Environment: Radiological unit. Exposure to disease, radiation, and toxic chemicals in the course of performing the work.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with an X-Ray Technician such as standing six to eight hours per day. Involves some bending, stooping, squatting, reaching above the shoulders, twisting, turning, kneeling, and pushing, and pulling. Heavy lifting 75+ lbs. required to move equipment and transfer patients. Occasional stress when working with anxious patients.