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Radiologic Technologist
UCI Series Concepts
Class Specifications - H.25
Chief Radiologic Technologist - 9019
Associate Chief Radiologic Technologist - 9020
Principal Radiologic Technologist - 9021
Senior Radiologic Technologist - 9022
Radiologic Technologist - 9023
November, 1977
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SERIES CONCEPT
Radiologic Technologists perform diagnostic radiographic procedures by
the application of ionizing radiation to produce images on film or on
computer assisted equipment displays; and perform other related duties
as required.
Incumbents typically inform patients of the radiographic procedure to be
performed and instruct them in the nature and requirements of their
cooperation; select radiographic film or other recording media; position
patients for single or multiple plane procedures, providing
immobilization and radiation protection devices as required; select
appropriate technical factors on an individual patient basis; observe
and report patients' reactions to the Radiologist; operate various
radiographic and automated film processing equipment; and process
radiographs.
Incumbents may be required to perform procedures utilizing fluoroscopes
and computer associated equipment; administer non-injectable contrast
media and assist in monitoring the injection of contrast media; assist
physicians in procedures as required; operate such equipment as the
computer console for storage, transfer and playback of data, generating
images for observation or recording by polaroid camera or other means;
and assist in the supervision and training of student technologists.
Radiologic Technologists may also maintain records and/or files of
radiographs; evaluate the technical quality of radiographs; perform
minor equipment adjustments; order equipment and supplies; prepare
records of procedures performed and supplies and equipment used; and
evaluate equipment for modification or replacement.
CLASS CONCEPTS
Chief Radiologic Technologist
Under general direction, incumbents direct and coordinate all technical
diagnostic and related work in the radiology Department of a campus
medical center or a distinct portion thereof where there is
organizational and budget autonomy, at least 20 FTE subordinate
Radiologic Technologists, and the incumbent's supervisor has either an
academic or general management title.
Incumbents select, train, make assignments to, and review the work of
subordinate Radiologic Technologists and related ancillary medical
personnel; answer difficult questions on procedures and techniques; and
may coordinate all business/clerical functions of the organization.
Incumbents may assist investigators on research projects and special
programs; perform work of an innovative nature to develop new techniques
or complex diagnostic procedures; direct or coordinate student
technologist training programs; and may teach formal courses in anatomy,
physiology, pathology, and ethics.
Associate Chief Radiologic Technologist
Under general direction, incumbents serve as principal assistants to
Chief Radiologic Technologists or are assigned responsibility for the
full day-today supervision of an organizationally recognized
diagnostic section in a campus medical center facility.
Associate Chief Radiologic Technologists interview, train, assign work
to, evaluate the performance of, and recommend personnel actions for
both Radiologic Technologists, students and ancillary personnel;
coordinate the activities of the section with other sections or
departments; review and provide input for section budget planning; and
coordinate and recommend equipment and supply orders.
An Associate Chief Radiologic Technologist may function as a diagnostic
radiologic quality control specialist for an entire medical center. The
incumbent may establish and monitor film standards; recognize and
isolate causes for poor film quality; run standard tests on processors
and x-ray machines; innovate techniques or assist with research; and
supervise Radiologic Technologists assigned to the Quality Control Unit.
Principal Radiologic Technologist
In a car as medical center under general direction and on a continuing
and assigned basis, incumbents perform the most complex radiographic
procedures at least 50% of the time or are assigned supervisory
responsibility for a secondary work shift. To assist in the
classification of positions engaged in the former role, special
procedures can be identified by the presence of five of the six
following characteristics; a physician's presence is required; complex
equipment is used (programmable tables, automatic film changers,
injectors, ultrasound, cine cameras, CAT equipment); a surgical
procedure is often involved; there is a vascular or spinal injection of
contrast media; a series of images is taken in rapid sequence without
opportunity for correction/adjustment of equipment; and, there is a
severe time limitation on the procedure due to rapid progress and
blocking effects of contrast media and in some cases danger or severe
stress for the patient.
To assist in the classification of positions engaged in the latter role,
on a regular and assigned basis and for a majority of the time,
incumbents are assigned complete responsibility for all operations on a
shift where no higher level supervision is available and where there
is a subordinate staff of at least three Technologists plus ancillary
staff.
In a Student Health Service, incumbents direct and coordinate all
technical, budget, and clerical work in the Radiology Department.
Principal Radiologic Technologists select, train, make assignments to,
evaluate the performance of and recommend personnel actions for both
Radiologic Technologists and related medical and clerical personnel;
answer difficult questions on procedures and techniques; and may perform
the more difficult radiographic procedures.
Senior Radiologic Technologist
In a campus medical center under general supervision, and on a
continuing basis, incumbents are assigned technical lead
responsibilities in a designated area of general diagnostic radiology by
providing technical lead and training to at least two Radiologic
Technologists or one Technologist and one student in the use of
specialized procedures and equipment in that area.
In a Student Health Service, incumbents perform radiographic procedures
for a majority of the time which are more complex and varied than those
typically performed at the Radiologic Technologist level and assist in
training activities, or are assigned responsibility for all technical
and related clerical work in a small Radiology Department. In larger
departments, Senior Radiologic Technologists may also be assigned full
responsibility for the Department in the absence of the Principal
Radiologic Technologist.
Radiologic Technologist
Under supervision, incumbents perform the range of typical duties
outlined in the Series Concept. This is the journey level class in the
Series where a majority of the positions are allocated.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Chief Radiologic Technologist
Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology, a valid
certificate in diagnostic radiologic technology issued by the California
State Department of Health, and four years of experience in radiologic
technology; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of
the duties assigned to the position.
Associate Chief Radiologic Technologist
Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology, a valid
certificate in diagnostic radiologic technology issued by the California
State Department of Health, and three years of experience in radiologic
technology or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and
knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of the
duties assigned to the position.
Principal Radiologic Technologist
Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology, a valid
certificate in diagnostic radiologic technology issued by the California
State Department of Health, and two years of experience in radiologic
technology; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of
the duties assigned to the position.
Senior Radiologic Technologist
Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology, a valid
certificate in diagnostic radiologic technology issued by the California
State Department of Health, and 18 months of experience in radiologic
technology; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of
the duties assigned to the position.
Radiologic Technologist
Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology, a valid
certificate in diagnostic radiologic technology issued by the California
State Department of Health, or an equivalent combination of education
and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful
performance of the duties assigned to the position.
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