X-Ray Technician
General Function
Operates x-ray equipment and performs other related tasks that assist in the diagnosis and treatment of illness
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities—Essential Functions
- Reviews requisition to determine what type of X-ray exam is needed; registers and prepares patient.
- Takes and develops X-rays; reviews X-rays to ensure quality control; provides additional instructions to patient regarding further evaluation.
- Checks and records charges; makes identification labels for films; routes film to hospital for readings.
- Receives film from hospital; records readings; copies film and reports; maintains files of film and reports.
- Perform various clerical and custodial tasks including general office cleanup and preventive maintenance on X-ray machines, and answering of telephones.
Reporting Relationships
Direction Received: Reports to Health Service Administrator
Direction Given: No responsibility for directing the work of others
Minimum Requirements
Requires nine months of coursework or training beyond high school in X-ray Technology, ARRT certification and one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification is required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics
- Knowledge of X-ray equipment and procedures
- Knowledge of computer and other office machines and procedures
- Ability to communicate with individuals from a wide range of cultural backgrounds
Working Conditions
Physical effort usually requires considerable walking and standing. Exposure to X-ray radiation poses a possible health hazard.
Please note: The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular positions. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. For jobs occupied by more than one employee, the identification of non-essential functions shall be determined from the individual’s position description.
Functional Title
X-Ray Technician
Job Code
0038-CS385
Classification Series
X-Ray
Band/Zone
F2
Department
Student Health Services
FLSA
Non exempt
Last Updated
September 2013