Duties Include but are not limited to:
A. Receives requests or instructions for a wide variety of complex radiology examinations. Contacts provider for verification of request if necessary. May perform as technologist in charge on less demanding shifts or in a detached clinic. Understands and carries out the requests made by physicians or seeks assistance of the supervisor, a higher graded technologist or radiologist when an uncommon, or new procedure is required. Has detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and cross-sectional anatomy.
B. Evaluates the nature of critical and emergency procedures and performs triage to prioritize. Notifies radiologist if exam requires immediate attention.
C. Secures the confidence and cooperation of patients during procedures. Explains procedures and positions to patients for desired results. Also, cushions and shields patients as appropriate. Varies procedures or positions to adjust for patients' medical conditions. Monitors patient for physiologicchanges. Administers contrast materials orally, by enema, or, in some circumstances, intravenously under close supervision by the Radiologist.
D. Operates digital radiography equipment. Determines technical factors, sets controls, and ensures that the portion of the body specified receives the correct calculated exposure. Sets up and adjusts accessory equipment required and makes exposures necessary for requested procedures. Ensures ALARA principle is applied for every exam. (As low as reasonably achievable). Performs daily and weekly quality assurance tests to ensure proper equipment function.
E. As a team member with a radiologist, performs procedures such as, but not limited to, IVP, urethrograms, G.I. series, modified barium swallow and barium and air contrast barium enemas. Sets up the exam room. Ensures that sterile supplies, local anesthetics, contrast materials, catheters, and other required equipment are available.
F. Performs X-ray and C-Arm work in Surgery. Performs C-Arm work in the Pain Clinic.
G. Registers patients for examinations and updates status as necessary. Performs clerical duties as they relate to patient care. Accesses the medical record as necessary to view laboratory results or to verify exam order.
H. Reviews new developments in the profession and makes recommendations to implement processes which would improve radiology operations.
I. Independently makes routine radiographic examinations of head, trunk, and extremities for diagnosis of illness or injuries. Cleans equipment and area after use. Performs routine maintenance and quality control. Recognizes and reports malfunctioning equipment in a timely manner.
J. Performs picture archival (PACS) duties. The technologist captures digital radiographs, configures the image, and verifies patient information before transmitting to PACS. This procedure requires a general knowledge of computer operations. Image manipulation and transmission is critical in digital radiography as lost data can only be recaptured by repeating the radiograph.
K. Works as a clinical preceptor for radiology students when assigned.
L. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm
Compressed/Flexible:Not Available
Telework: Not available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 91582-A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Starting at $61,998 Per Year (GS 8)