Job Description

Reports directly to the Lead Tech and responsible for taking diagnostic orthopedic x-rays per established provider protocols, critiquing image quality, rotating clerical duties and related tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Take x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety.
Use a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials in the appropriated anatomy.
Understand doctors’ orders and requests from other clinical staff.
Ensure equipment is in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to Team Lead or Xray Supervisor.
Know each doctor’s protocol including each individual doctor’s ball marker protocol. Report change or update protocol to xray supervisor.
Understand and properly operate the Computer or Digital Radiologic equipment and control panel.
Properly handle the analog x-ray equipment utilizing proper