Job Summary
Performs all X-rays and fluoroscopic procedures.
Job Responsibilities:
· To prepare patients for X-rays by explaining procedures to them to reduce their anxieties and obtain their cooperation
· To position patients on examining table and adjust lead shield to protect unaffected parts of the body from exposure and obtain an optimum view of specific body area requested by physician.
· To adjust X-ray equipment’s to correct settings for each examination, to instruct patients and determine proper voltage, current, and desired exposure time for each radiograph.
· To develop films using automatic and manual processing
· To prepare and maintain records and files and enter data into the computer
· To mark identification symbols on the film, make MIS reports and dispatch the reports to the respective departments
· To assist in the training of new technicians.
· To check equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis and to notify to supervisor as needed
· In the absence of the supervisor, may be designated as the acting supervisor.
Technical Skill
· Technical skills required for using the computer and the various radio imaging machines and equipment’s both automatic and manual.
Verbal Ability
Problem solving / Decision-making
· To think independently and exercise one’s own judgment in determining actions during emergencies and in the absence of the supervisor.
