Radiologic Technologist

Radiology Technician - Radiologic Technologist
Hampton, VA
Pay From: $33 per hour

MUST:
Experienced Registered Radiology Technician
2 plus years of experience as a Radiology Technician
MUST have ARRT Certification
C-Arm experience preferred

DUTIES:
The Registered Radiology Tech will be responsible for but not limited to the following:
Prep patient for diagnostic imaging exam.
Read doctor's notes as to why exam is being performed.
Take medical histories.
Produce x-ray films of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems such as cancer or fractures.
Have patient undress and remove jewelry.
Explain procedure to patient.
Ascertain is patient is claustrophobic.
Position patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately radiographed.
Prepare solutions for patients to drink.
Surround the exposed area with radiation protection devices.
Position radiographic equipment at the correct angle and height over the appropriate area of a patient's body.
Measure the thickness of the section to be radiographed.
Adjust controls on the x-ray machine to produce radiographs of the appropriate density, detail, and contrast of the body part.
Keep patient records.
Adjust and maintain equipment. Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act .