Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians' orders before beginning x-ray procedures.
- Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians' written orders
- Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
- Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.
- Handles all radiologic equipment safely and properly keeping dose to patient as low as possible.
- Observe each patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to meet his or her age-specific needs.
- Produces a diagnostic, high quality image for interpretation by the Radiologist.
- Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.
- Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider. Understands and practices the Dual patient identifier procedure.
- Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.