Radiology Technician

About This Role

The Radiology Technician conducts diagnostic imaging examinations on patients across all age groups, from infants to geriatrics, following physician instructions and radiology protocols. This role involves specializing in X-ray equipment and supplies for diagnostic purposes, keeping up with the latest imaging technologies, and working with providers and staff to ensure quality radiological services and continuity of patient care. The technician also assists with phlebotomy services and performs CLIA waived medical laboratory tests.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic examinations while adhering to radiology protocols
• Evaluate orders for appropriate medical history and research orders for clarity while working with the provider
• Position patients on the exam table, move radiology equipment into position, and adjust controls to set exposure factors to obtain optimum views of specific body areas requested by medical providers
• Use a beam-restrictive device to achieve collimation and ALARA principles to reduce exposure time, increase distance from the source, and shielding to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff
• Explain radiologic procedures and safety protocols to patients to reduce anxiety and encourage cooperation
• Send completed radiological images to Sectra for review by a radiologist
• Clean and sanitize X-ray equipment and workspace
• Ensure imaging equipment is in optimum operating order and inform the director when it needs repair
• Ensure compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies, and TERO ordinance

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in diagnostic radiography or a related field, or may be substituted with relevant education and experience
• One year of experience performing X-ray images or obtained in clinical rotations through required education
• Registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART) Radiology Technologist certification (ARRT)
• American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) membership or equivalent for continuing education
• Valid Alaska State driver's license and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy, or obtain within 90 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification or able to obtain within three months of hire
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire
• Conduct business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful, and kind when dealing with patients, visitors, co-workers, and others
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines
• In-depth knowledge of radiology protocols and imaging equipment
• Inventory management of radiology supplies to ensure adequate levels of inventory are maintained