Radiology Technician

Under the direction of the Institution's CEO/CME or designee, the Temporary/Relief Temporary/Relief

Radiologic Technologists duties/responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to, the following

requirements:

a. Develop and process X-Ray exposures;

b. Comply with all exam protocols as established by the CDCR Diagnostic Imaging department;

c. Consult with Radiologist or ordering medical provider when necessary for purposes of

clarification;

d. Provide emergency medical support to medical providers in the event of allergic reaction to injected

radiological contrast or any other medical emergency;

e. Utilize proper identification marker prior to procedure;

f. Utilize proper technique for exam ordered;

g. Perform and assist medical provider with special procedures; i.e., routine fluoro, drainage

procedures, biopsies, myelograms, etc;

h. Perform general diagnostic radiographic works and processing of digital images in conjunction

with Radiology information System/Picture Archive Communication System (RIS/PACS);

i. Provide for the care and safety of patient/youth undergoing X-Ray procedures;

j. Proper labeling of digital images before they are electronically viewed by the Radiologist;

k. Perform statewide standard radiology protocols and documentation;

I. Review digital X-Ray images on Fuji Computer Radiography System for proper positioning and

image clarity;

m. Respond to emergency room and bedside radiographic examination;

n. Ensure supplies are adequate to perform all radiographic exposures and procedures;

o. Comply with radiation protection in accordance with safety standards;

p. Coordinate maintenance of the X-Ray machines to keep them in safe operating conditions; when

applicable;

q. Perform radiographic examination that require with and without contrast media in the radiology

room as well as in the procedure room as applicable;

r. Maintain radiology records within the RIS/PACS in accordance with CDCR policy and in a timely

manner; and

s. Perform other duties as assigned;

t. Maintain professional working relationship between patient/youth and Healthcare Services Staff;

u. Comply with and practice universal safety precautions; and

v. Practice As Low As Reasonable Achievable (ALARA) radiation exposure when performing

radiology protocols.