An X-Ray Technician produces images that other medical professionals can use to diagnose injuries and diseases and then develop treatment plans to address health issues. When they do their jobs well, X-Ray Technicians contribute to the overall quality of care provided by a health care facility, reducing the risk of medical errors. By properly operating, maintaining and cleaning equipment, they play an important role in infection control and patient safety. Because they work directly with people undergoing medical testing, they also influence overall patient satisfaction.
Що робить X-Ray Technician?
An X-Ray Technician, or X-Ray Tech, performs X-ray imaging tests. Their duties include preparing patients for testing, operating X-ray machines and maintaining equipment.
Обов'язки
X-Ray Technician має бути в змозі виконувати різні обов'язки та відповідальність. Нижче наведено деякі обов'язки та відповідальність, які X-Ray Technician повинен мати можливість виконувати:
Interpreting the order for the test to determine what body parts need imaging
Explaining the test to patients and positioning them to make the test possible
Setting the controls on X-ray equipment in preparation for imaging
Checking X-ray images and retaking them as needed to ensure clarity
Cleaning and performing routine maintenance tasks to keep X-ray equipment operating smoothly
Sending X-ray images to other medical providers for reading
Необхідні навички
Конкурентоздатний X-Ray Technician матиме певні навички та кваліфікацію, зокрема:
Strong oral communication skills to provide clear instructions to patients during testing
Critical thinking skills to interpret orders
Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot problems with equipment
Attentive to detail to set equipment properly and maintain accurate records
Observational skills to spot problems with images and ensure that patients remain correctly positioned
Computer skills to use picture archiving and communications systems and medical records software
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