Radiology Technologists

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Escort patients to dressing and x-ray rooms, provide verbal and/or written instructions and assist patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety and comfort during scan.

• Operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Position radiologic equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance according to specification of examination. Take x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.

• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and team members.

• Ensure radiologic equipment remains in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to Practice Manager or supervisor.

• Perform related administrative duties including completing necessary forms, labeling films and film envelopes and maintaining procedure logs.

• Retrieve radiologic orders from and input related data into the electronic medical record.

• Maintain adequate radiologic supplies.

• Serve as a back-up for clinical team members as needed by controlling patient flow,

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• To treat patient with compassion and to be person centered care.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in Radiology Technology from an approved college/school in Radiologic Technology.
• Meets the Saudi commission for health Specialties licensure requirements.

           PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• Practical experience in Radiology Technology, of which at least 1 years should have Special procedures experience.

           SPECIALIZED SKILLS:

• Must be proficient in English language. Arabic is desirable.

         COMPETENCE:  

•        Knowledge of radiologic standards, requirements and regulations.

•        Knowledge of radiologic safety, cleanliness and infection control policies and regulations.

•        Knowledge of radiologic equipment uses and maintenance.

•        Accuracy –Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.

•       Communication –Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

•       Computer Skills –Proficient ability to use a computer and electronic medical record.

•       Confidentiality –Maintain patient, team member and employer confidentiality. Comply with all HIPAA regulations.

•       Customer Service Oriented –Friendly, cheerful and helpful to patients and others. Ability to meet patients and others needs while following office policies and procedures.

•      Detail Oriented –Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

•      Flexibility –Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.

•       Positivity–Display a positive attitude and is a positive agent for change.

•       Teamwork –Work as part of a team and collaborate with co-workers.

Working Under Pressure –Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situation

RIGHT ATTITUDE:

• Reliable: Candidates who are consistently available and complete work on time.