Site Radiology Technician at Critical Recue International (CRI)

The Radiology Technician is an individual who is able to effectively operate portable radiological devices at a field clinic location. This individual is able to take images of personnel in order for expert radiological interpretation to diagnose illness or ascertain injury.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following is an example list of the Radiology Technician’s duties and responsibilities. Whilst comprehensive, the actual situational aspect of a given project, worksite or client task may add additional duties or not require all those listed below:

• Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to deteCRIne if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
• Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
• Operate or oversee operation of radiologic and magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
• Position and immobilize patient on examining table.
• Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
• Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images.
• Monitor video display of area being scanned and adjust density or contrast to improve picture quality.
• Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
• Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.
• Prepare and administer oral or injected contrast media to patients.
• Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.
• Remove and process film.
• Record, process, and maintain patient data and treatment records, and prepare reports.
• Coordinate work with clerical personnel and other technologists.
• Demonstrate new equipmentprocedures and techniques to staff, and provide technical
• assistance.
• Provide assistance with such tasks as dressing and changing to seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.
• Move ultrasound scanner over patient's body and watch pattern produced on video screen.
• Measure thickness of section to be radiographed, using instruments similar to measuring tapes.
• Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.
• Collaborate with other medical team members, such as physicians and nurses, to conduct angiography or special vascular procedures.
• Perform administrative duties such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies and equipment and preparing work schedules.
• Perform scheduled maintenance and minor emergency repairs on radiographic equipment.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited radiology technician school/program.
• At least two (2) years of experience as a radiology technician.
• 3 years post NYSC experience
• Obtain and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) – CPR certification.
• Knowledge, use, and experience of portable radiological equipment.
• Experience with the use of a remote radiological ‘Reading Service’ and systems (i.e. PAX).
• Field or Portable X-Ray clinic experience desirable, but not definitive.

COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, and general computer & technology literacy.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Able to wear personal protective equipment (e.g., face mask, goggles, latex/non-latex gloves) as needed.
• Ability to work effectively within role independently and with other team members.
• Ability to organize and complete work in a timely manner.
• Ability to read, write and effectively communicate in English.
• Ability to understand medical/surgical teCRInology.
• Compliance with Supplemental Health Care’s pre-assignment and medical requirements including: current TB screen, or Chest X-ray and questionnaire if proof of positive TB screen; Measles/Mumps/Rubella immunizations or titers indicating immunity; Hepatitis B Information or Waiver; and any additional state or facility medical requirements.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES

Active registration with the appropriate Nigerian Radiological Services licensing body.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The Radiologic Technologist must understand and accept the possibility of exposure to inside environmental conditions such as radiation, noise, infectious/communicable diseases, blood and blood borne diseases, chemicals and/or chemical fumes, odors, gases and dusts. Frequent exposures to distressed patients or visitors.