RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST

Job Specifications

Class Code: Analyst

NG3 TC

Date Originated: Date Revised:

JANUARY 1986 11/16

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, to take and process a variety of x-rays; and to do other work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a full working level class requiring State certification as a Radiologic Technologist. This class is assigned to a small non-emergency x-ray section and is responsible for obtaining x-rays for diagnostic purposes. A majority of the incumbent's time is spent in participating in x-ray procedures workload that is predominately chest and musculoskeletal. The work involves performing x-ray procedures on corpses and other Coroner cases.

This class is distinguished from X-ray Technician (Chest/Musculoskeletal) in that the latter is limited to performing only chest and musculoskeletal x-ray procedures and performs clerical work in support of the section. This class is distinguished from Chief Radiologic Technologist in that the latter has on-going supervisory and coordination responsibility for the x-ray section.

TYPICAL TASKS

Takes chest, musculoskeletal and other x-rays; determines appropriate exposure factors based upon age, height, weight, portion of body involved and degree of penetration required; handles and loads digital x-ray flat panel detector; properly collimates, aligns equipment and makes exposures to produce the best digital diagnostic x-rays images with minimum radiation exposure to the patient; observes all prescribed safety standards during x-ray procedures; adjusts image contrast and density using digital radiographic (DR) software to enhance image detail; cleans equipment and makes minor repairs; performs x-ray procedures on cadavers; administers electrocardiograms; maintains paper and electronic medical records; electronically submits radiographic exams for dictation and ensures x-ray reports of work performed are properly delivered and archived; performs routine film room maintenance and purging as needed.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

Working Knowledge of:

• Theory, principles, procedures and techniques of taking x-rays;
• Principles and practices of radiation safety, such as A.L.A.R.A;
• Conventional and digital radiographic equipment and software, its uses and limitations;
• Human anatomy as it relates to radiology;
• Operation of healthcare computer systems such as electronic health records (EHR), digital radiology (DR), acquisition software and picture archiving and communication systems (PACS).

Ability to:

• Perform a variety of x-rays including general and orthopedic radiographs of the entire body;
• Position patient appropriately for x-ray procedures;
• Operate and care for digital radiography equipment and computers;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, staff, various departments, outlying clinics and vendors;
• Effectively and concisely communicate with referring and reporting clinicians;
• Query and record patient encounters using the County’s and health center’s electronic health records systems;
• Learn and perform x-ray procedures on cadavers;
• Learn the operation and use of electrocardiograms equipment;
• Accurately document and maintain departmental forms, records and reports.

Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Special Requirements

• Possession of a valid Diagnostic Radiology Technology certificate issued by the State of California.

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Job Category:  03

Occupational Grouping:  47

Workers’ Comp Code:  0290