RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST

Description

Job Title

General Radiologic Technologist

Department

Radiologic – General X-ray

Reports to

X-ray Modality Manager

Status

Full Time/Non-Exempt

Radiologic Technologist Position Summary

The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for performing high-quality diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. This role involves preparing and positioning patients, operating imaging equipment, and ensuring accurate image capture while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety and comfort. The technologist also assists with fluoroscopic and special procedures, performs bone density (DEXA) scans as needed, and ensures proper handling of contrast media.

This position requires a high level of technical skill, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. The technologist must demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. A strong focus on safety, quality control, and continuous improvement is essential. Flexibility to work at multiple locations and varied shifts is required.

Radiologic Technologist Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Must be able to go beyond duties in order to do what is best for the patients and department.
• Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Moves imaging equipment into specified position, determines exposure factors on basis of height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree of penetration required, and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Performs Bone Density procedures (Dexa) when needed.
• Assists radiologist in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.
• Measures and mixes barium and contrast media.
• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. 
• Demonstrates a commitment to “World Class Customer Service”
• Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
• Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
• Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
• Must be flexible to work at multiple locations, must be flexible to work varied shifts.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Radiologic Technologist Specific Job Knowledge, Skill, and Ability

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Reacts well under pressure. Maintains confidentiality.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Applies feedback to improve performance. Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner. Strives to increase productivity. Works quickly. Makes timely decisions.
• Customer Service – Deals with difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance. 
• Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Approaches others in a tactful manner; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit puts success of team above own interests. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction. Consistently at work and on time. Takes responsibility for own actions. Asks for and offers help when needed. Must be flexible to work at multiple locations, Must be flexible to work varied shifts.

 Among the many benefits of a career with Southwest Medical Imaging, are the following:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA-available if enrolled in a high-deductible plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (DCRA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP available if enrolled in Health plan)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Voluntary Short Disability 
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Pet Discount Program
• 6 paid Company Holidays 
• Floating Holiday, Jury Duty & Bereavement Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Salary
• Leadership Mentoring Opportunities

Requirements

Education and/or Experience

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two year college or technical school

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• MRTBE (CRT)
• ARRT (R)
• CPR

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, smell and use hands, fingers and arms to handle, feel and reach. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day. The employee must frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and on occasion lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.