Role Overview: Radiologic Technologists perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and research procedures involving ionizing radiation. They independently conduct radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, ensuring proper patient identification, preparation, and safety in accordance with legal and institutional policies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Obtain correct orders, verify patient identity, and document clinical history while maintaining confidentiality.
- Apply appropriate imaging protocols, optimize technical factors, and adhere to ALARA principles to ensure patient safety.
- Prepare, administer, and document medications or radiation exposure as prescribed.
- Evaluate images for quality, proper positioning, and ensure data is archived or transferred correctly.
- Educate and monitor students and healthcare providers.
- Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized procedures, including outside the radiology department.
Qualifications & Skills: Graduation from a radiologic technology program; ARRT-R registration within six months; ability to perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures; knowledge of radiation safety; and excellent communication skills. New graduates must obtain ARRT-R certification; hired applicants after a certain date must progress to level 2 within 24 months.