RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST 1

MS513 $44,637 - $80,434
Creation Date: 06/29/1987
Change Date: 01/01/2025

FUNCTION OF WORK:
To perform diagnostic radiological imaging services.

LEVEL OF WORK:
Entry

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Close from Radiologic Technologist Supervisor or higher-level personnel.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
None.

JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Radiologic Technologist 2 by the absence of experienced-level duties.

CORE COMPETENCIES:
CORE COMPETENCIES HAVE NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED BY STATE CIVIL SERVICE FOR THIS JOB TITLE. MORE INFORMATION ON THE SCS COMPETENCY MODEL CAN BE FOUND HERE.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.

Performs daily equipment checks to ensure that all radiographic equipment is safe and ready to use.

Produces diagnostic radiographs and/or fluoroscopic images by selecting proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.

Differentiates between film, CR, and DR imaging formats and adjusts techniques accordingly.

Reviews images to ensure the image quality and patient positioning are within established standards.

Performs general image handling duties including processing of digital images and merging images.

Maintains stock and supplies in designated area.

Assists the physician as required.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of a current Louisiana Radiologic Technologist license or temporary permit.