RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST

• The Registered Radiologic Technologist (RRT) Conducts standard radiographic examinations being performed at the assigned sections of the Radiology Department.

• • Prepares automatic inject with proper contrast for the procedure, adjusting all setting parameters according to the procedure and radiologist preference and performs contrast administration in a safe manner.
• • Performs all diagnostic examinations and double checks the identification of the patient against the request provided;
• • Explains the prescribed procedure to the patient (including what will be done and what is expected of them) prior to securing the consent of the patient.
• • Performs radiologic exams such as X ray and fluoroscopy and can perform more complex procedure such as CT scan, MRI, Ultrasound, Mammography and Nuclear Medicine.
• • Reports technical problem to the Chief Radiologic Technologist and records incident in the preventive maintenance logbook stating the date of the breakdown, the nature and intervention done.
• • Positions and transfers patient comfortably.
• • Accounts and endorse all accessories, films and other supplies used in the area to the incoming staff on duty.
• • Complies with Personnel policies of the center on attendance, leaves, mandatory meetings, etc.
• • Technologists are responsible for protecting themselves, patients and co-workers from unnecessary radiation.
• • Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to government guidelines and regulations.

Knowledge to operate the following:

• Digital X ray Machine
• Fluoroscopy Machine
• CT scan/MRI Machine
• Ultrasound Machine
• Mammography
• Digital Printer
• CR/DR Viewer
• Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS)