Jun 2005
Present
X ray technician , Radiology
LKM HOSPITAL
Erode, IN
Lkm hospital orthopedic hospital
- 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 paperwork consistently, including admissions forms, patient instructions and consent documentation.
- Maintained examination rooms and restocked medical and radiologic supplies.
- Assisted doctor during procedures, helping to run machinery and keep patients comfortable and still.
- Documented patient data and histories and updated charts with current information.
- Helped physicians read and understand resulting imagery by offering expert counsel in complex cases.
- Checked equipment each day and reported major malfunctions to supervisor for attention.
- Supported efficient clinic operations by removing sutures, replacing dressings and giving basic injections.
- Developed and processed radiologic film to aid in diagnostics and patient monitoring with high-quality imagery.
- Imaged patients with advanced Type machinery to show internal structures, systems and blood flow in support of clinical activities.
- Executed various types of diagnostic imaging procedures on patients ranging in age from toddler to adult.
- Used radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to maintain safety of patients and staff.
- Sanitized scanning machines after each patient to prevent spread of germs and illnesses.
- Checked all imaging equipment after every use to verify proper functioning.
- Reviewed and evaluated developed x-rays, video tape or computer-generated information to determine satisfaction of images for diagnostic purposes.
- Welcomed patients and tried to make procedures as pleasant as possible through discretion and personal support.
- Helped patients into proper positions for procedures and provided instructions on remaining still for duration of each scan.
- Processed exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.