Under the limited supervision of a designated Wexford manager or DOC Personnel as appropriate, performs technical work in conducting and processing radiographics ordered by the physicians with the capabilities of the correctional institution.
Responsibilities:
-Performs routine and non-involved radiographic examinations. -Develops and update department policies and procedures. -Ensures proper positioning of patient, adjusting the radiographic equipment for prescribed film appearance; select and adjust immobilization devices and other accessories; select proper size film and place proper film identification markers on the film; take the required number of views for each specific examination; use collimation devices properly to expose only the necessary parts to be examined to reduce radiation exposure and minimize film fog. -Maintains an adequate supply of chemicals and film at all times within their dated limitations. Keep film bin locked when not in use to prevent inadvertent exposure of film to light. -Maintains an accurate file of all patients and examinations performed, listing in a daily log. -Maintains files and identification flash cards to be used in retrieval of old films when a patient is returned to the Health Care Unit.
Qualifications:
LICENSING: Registered as Radiological Technician.
CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification.
EXPERIENCE: Two-years experience as an x-ray technician.
EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
