Perform x-rays for diagnostic purposes. Follow established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety
- Preparing examination rooms for patient procedures.
- Administering radiopharmaceuticals to obtain clear, usable images.
- Positioning patients and equipment, explaining the procedures, and ensuring patients' comfort.
- Inserting commands and data into the computer to document and specify the scan sequences and monitoring the video display to adjust the density or contrast.
- Monitoring patients during examinations, ensuring their safety, and following procedures to prevent unnecessary exposure to radiation.
- Must have at least 2 years’ experience in operating a CT scan machine and be able to do contrast studies.
- Must be able to operate a 1.5T MRI machine proficiently
- Producing diagnostic images, reporting important information to the Physician, and updating patients' records.
- General ultrasonography is an asset but not a requirement
- Organizing the daily procedure schedules for emergencies and monitoring radiographic supplies.
- Performing administrative tasks, such as answering technical questions, scheduling appointments, and offering pre-procedure advice.
- Performing scheduled maintenance on radiographic equipment
- BSc. Radiography and Diagnostic Imaging
- License to practice radiography.
- Knowledge of radiologic standards, requirements, and regulations
- Knowledge of radiologic safety, cleanliness and infection control policies and regulations
- Knowledge of radiologic equipment uses and maintenance.
- Membership with professional bodies would be an asset. E.g., Society of Radiographers Jamaica
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