Rad Tech

Operates computerized tomography (CT) scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs of patient’s body for diagnostic purposes. Operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (x-rays) of the body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by Radiologist.

• and Responsibilities include the following; other duties may be assigned.
• Performs assessments
• Produces quality images
• Assess patient/resident care needs
• Completes technical summary
• Provides pre/post-test education
• Provides procedure instructions
• Obtains feedback from patients
• Demonstrates sterile technique
• Calculates appropriate dosage
• Completes documentation on contrast media forms, consent and time out verification form
• Immediately reports adverse reactions and documents
• Monitors patients
• Knowledge of how to use protective devices
• Knowledge of how to use the Shimadzu Digital Fluoroscopy, United uCT 760, the Shimadzu RAD/Speed, OEC 9900
• Knowledge of how to send images from the Shimadzu Digital Fluoroscopy and CT to PACS
• Wears radiation badge, apron and or gloves as required
• Closes door during exposure
• Does not perform needless holds
• ALARA as low as possible
• Performs shielding for patients and Technologists
• Documents Fluoro times on exposure log
• Performs collimation
• Performs required QC on uCT 760 scanner per manufacture recommendations and completes documentation of results Requirements Active Ohio Rad Tech License