Radiologic Technologist - Intermediate (AM Variable)

UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry

San Antonio, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Geriatrics, Medical Diagnosis, Multilingual, Pediatrics, Peripheral Hardware, Quality Assurance, Radiation Safety, Radiography, Radiology, Spanish Language
LOCATION
San Antonio, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago

Under general supervision, responsible for operating and maintaining x-ray equipment and taking x-rays of various portions of the body to assist radiologist in diagnosis of disease and injuries.

  • Able to demonstrate knowledge and skill necessary to provide care and imaging to pediatric adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
  • Ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives, and choose an appropriate course of action.
  • Comfortable working with computers and large pieces of technological equipment.
  • Must be able to work in a fast pace and high volume environment.
  • Bilingual English and Spanish is a plus.
  • Operates and maintains x-ray equipment and takes x-rays of various portions of the body as ordered by the provider while practicing radiation protection techniques at all times.
  • Prepares patients for x-ray by administering drugs or chemical mixtures orally or intravenously; transfers.
  • Assists patient as needed to include transferring, positioning and providing instructions regarding the procedure.
  • Selects appropriate imaging parameters and operates console and peripheral hardware e.g. stands, positioning device, and any other devices/equipment used in radiology.
  • Performs quality assurance on radiographs for optimal imaging; places service calls on equipment as needed.
  • Maintains exam room cleanliness and stocks supplies.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
  • Operates and maintains x-ray equipment and takes x-rays of various portions of the body as ordered by the provider while practicing radiation protection techniques at all times.
  • Prepares patients for x-ray by administering drugs or chemical mixtures orally or intravenously; transfers.
  • Assists patient as needed to include transferring, positioning and providing instructions regarding the procedure.
  • Selects appropriate imaging parameters and operates console and peripheral hardware e.g. stands, positioning device, and any other devices/equipment used in radiology.
  • Performs quality assurance on radiographs for optimal imaging; places service calls on equipment as needed.
  • Maintains exam room cleanliness and stocks supplies.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.

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UT Health San Antonio School of Dentistry