Community First ER
Radiology Technologist-CT Night Shift
Deer Park, TX
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Full time
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Operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (X- rays) of body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by Radiologist. Positions patient on examining table and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. Move x-ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance, based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols. Practice radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors, to minimize radiation to patient and staff. Performs Computer Automated Tomography (CT) scans of the human body in accordance with established protocol as requested by physician. Operates mobile X-ray equipment at patient's bedside. Performs blood draws and performs laboratory diagnostic testing in accordance with physician orders and laboratory policy.
Description
Operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (X- rays) of body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by Radiologist. Positions patient on examining table and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. Move x-ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance, based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols. Practice radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors, to minimize radiation to patient and staff. Performs Computer Automated Tomography (CT) scans of the human body in accordance with established protocol as requested by physician. Operates mobile X-ray equipment at patient's bedside. Performs blood draws and performs laboratory diagnostic testing in accordance with physician orders and laboratory policy.