Operates different radiology & medical imaging equipments to produce a high standard/high quality images.
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Reviews exam orders/requisitions/requests, reviews corresponding protocol, if needed, asks questions of superior, and prepares for exams.
Ensures proper Start/Complete of each procedure/examination within RIS and/or HIS system(s)
Greets patients and assures proper patient identification such as patient name and MRN.
Explains procedures to patients. Prepares equipment, supplies, contrast media and medications.
Positions patients and attaches or adjusts immobilizing and shielding devices to ensure precise patient position, patient comfort, and to minimize patient exposure to radiation.
Operates equipment. Reviews and evaluates instructions from physicians to complete procedure(s).
Selects proper image receptor and image recorder and programs them. Retrieves information from computer and processes information in the proper format.
Forwards recorded images to the radiologist for interpretation and assists in image manipulation and archiving.
Monitors patient condition during and after scan to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Follow the regulations and safety measures according to nature of each radiology unit.
Records all required information. Labels films in sequence. Notes all pertinent data required by Radiologists for medical diagnosis. Consults with Radiologists as needed.
Cleans equipment and room and restores all equipment and supplies for subsequent use.
Participates in staff meetings, in-services and/or continuing education.
Participates in self and other’s education, training and development, as applicable.
Ability to work night shift and on call.
Follows the chain of command.
Participates in and supports quality improvement and patient safety activities as an individual or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Respects patients and their families to promote a patient-centered care culture.
Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum or Required
Bachelor degree (4 years) in Radiological Sciences.
Eligibility for registration with the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
