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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Radiology Technologist, Diagnostic Imaging, UT Health Austin in Austin, Texas
Prepares patients for radiologic procedures. Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards. Takes X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area.Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjusts/sets radiographic controls. Positions patients and takes X-rays of specific parts of the patients body as requested by physicians. Checks X-rays for clarity of image, retaking when needed.Performs X-ray procedures in surgical setting including C-arm and portable X-rays under guidance of surgeonsPerforms quantity and quality control checks to assure X-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies. Complies with safety standards.Utilizes PAC/RIS to document information and send images to radiologist/provider for interpretation and storage.Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs. Maintains radiographic supplies and orders as necessary.Other related functions as assigned.