Friday, Saturday, Sunday shifts / 7am to 7pm
+ + Verifies patient identification and the procedure requested or prescribed

+ Correctly interprets doctors’ scanning instructions

+ Verifies patient’s pregnancy status

+ Assesses patient risk for allergic reaction to contrast media prior to administration

+ Reviews lab values prior to contrast media administration

+ Explains effects and potential side effects of contrast media

+ Starts IV and administers IV and Oral contrast

+ Monitors patient for reaction to contrast media

+ Determines the need for and selects supplies, accessory equipment, shielding, and positioning/immobilization devices

+ Provides an accurate explanation, gives instructions, and addresses questions/concerns regarding exams and procedures

+ Educates the patient about the risks and benefits of radiation

+ Positions patient for anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability a...