Responsibilities:
Prepare patient for X-ray: explain procedures to patient and/or family: prepare room, equipment, medicine and materials as needed.
Prepare barium mixture and other chemicals for X-ray.
Observe patient and machine during procedure, report unusual occurrences and record patient's condition.
Determine technique for ionizing radiation during radiological exams.
Develop X-ray film in accordance with photographic techniques; assist chief technician in maintaining radiographic technique charges.
Clean and disinfect X-ray room and equipment; maintain stock supplies; inspect emergency trays; write weekly reports.
Provide education for staff/peers based on identified needs.
