Radiographer at Grandville Medical & Laser

Brief Introduction

Diagnostic radiographers use a range of imaging technology and methods to look inside a patient's body and find out what's causing their illness. As a diagnostic radiographer, you'll work in a range of hospital departments, acquiring images to help with the diagnosis of illnesses and injuries.

Responsibilities

As a diagnostic radiographer, you'll typically need to:

• assess patients and their clinical requirements to work out which radiographic techniques to use;
• perform a range of radiographic examinations on patients to produce high-quality images;
• take responsibility for radiation safety in your work area, including checking equipment for malfunctions and errors;
• manage referrals to ensure patients receive a radiation dose as low as reasonably possible;
• supervise visiting staff and patients in radiation work areas;
• help in more complex radiological examinations, working with doctors such as radiologists and surgeons;
• provide support and reassurance to patients, taking into account their physical and psychological needs;
• keep up to date with health and safety guidelines, including ionizing radiation regulations, to protect yourself and others;
• Interact with patients to offer them psychological support and address their concerns regarding an imaging procedure
• Adjust diagnostic equipment to deliver accurate amount of radiation to patients;
• Operate complex medical instruments such as MRIs, CT scanners, X-ray, and several other imaging devices