Technician

Job Summary

Perform examinations such as MRI and CT scans to provide diagnostic imaging services and assume responsibility for patients within this department. With the clinical supervision of the Radiologist at each site, performs examinations of patients of all ages for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis of patient illness

Job Responsibilities

• To perform MRI/CT procedures according to departmental standards and to scan designated anatomical area of the patients.
• To correctly identify patients and positions using supportive devices to obtain precise patient position and transfer them in a timely manner and ensuring that all the people involved are safe.
• To explain the procedure to the patients and their relatives, talk to the patient over the intercom system; observe them through the window of the control room to monitor patient safety and comfort.
• To view images of organs or tissues on the video display screen to ensure quality of pictures and evaluates radiographs, videotapes and computer-generated information for technical quality.
• To report problems and pass on information of an operational nature to the department head or to the supervisor.
• To inspect or replace any damaged equipment, make minor repairs on them, maintain inventory of supplies and materials to include documenting usage, issuing, receiving and reordering as assigned.
• To use the computer to generate and enter data and to maintain patient records and reports.
• Perform other related duties incidental to work described as assigned.
• Provide images to the facility in the desired site format.
• Performs equipment quality checks and troubleshoots problems. Calls for service and notifies all pertinent team members.
• Complies with all safety policies and regulations.

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