X-Ray Technician
Los Angeles Orthopaedic Institute
- Completed x-rays safely by correctly using shielding equipment following OSHA requirements.
- Positioned patients for optimal comfort and set up effective sterile fields before procedures.
- Managed admissions forms, patient instructions and consent documentation.
- Documented patient data and histories and updated charts with current information.
- Developed and processed radiologic film to aid in diagnostics and patient monitoring with high-quality imagery.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Checked equipment each day and reported major malfunctions to supervisor for attention.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Prepared and positioned patients for imaging procedures.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to radiology.
- Utilized knowledge of anatomy, physiology and radiation protection to produce quality radiographs.
- Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols.
- Operated radiologic equipment to obtain images of body structures.
- Followed radiation safety measures and used protection devices to prevent harm to patients or staff.
- Complied with HIPAA and company regulations to maintain confidentiality regarding patient health data and medical records.
