Radiologic Technologist Weekend Days
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
FULL-TIME Weekend Days JOB SUMMARY Performs a variety of medical
imaging procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols.
Functions as the first line interface with the customers in the
successful accomplishment of their imaging needs. Participates in
call rotation for computed tomography/ultrasound. Participates in
CQI activities. SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Responsible for
the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of
equipment to minimize the hazards of electric shock, burns and
extraneous radiation to patients. Explains procedures to patient
satisfaction regarding discharge and/or home care. Uses two patient
identifiers before performing any procedure. Responsible for safe
handling of equipment and films. Instructs and prepares patients
for roentgenographic and fluoroscopic films. Selects appropriate
equipment to use for procedures. Determines the most suitable
anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.
Able to assess patient pain interfering with procedures; makes
appropriate physician contact for intervention. Performs all
aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient
safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Makes special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment
and procedures such as: intravenous pyelograms, intravenous
cholangiograms, bronchograms, mammograms, hysterosalpingograms,
tomograms, cholangiography, arthrograms, myelograms and hip
pinning’s in surgery. Programs portable or stationary x-ray
machines and makes radiograms for a variety of examinations.
Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures. Assists in
maintaining basic records, reports, and maintaining files. Assists
in training of students and ancillary personnel Takes x-ray, CAT,
Ultrasound and Angio calls according to the monthly schedule after
the closing of the regular department hours. Interacts
professionally with patients/family. Completes all work before
clocking out and leaving. This includes checking with nurses’
stations. EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE Basic computer skills High
school graduate Graduation from an AMA approved school of
Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital
trained. Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists Certified by the State of Texas to practice and
administer radiation. Current BLS certification LANGUAGE SKILLS
Able to communicate effective in English, both verbally and in
writing. Additional language a plus. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be
able to walk, stand, sit for extended periods of time. Must be able
to lift patients with assistance from other personnel.
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