Cath laboratory radiological technologist vs lead radiologic technologist

Differences between cath laboratory radiological technologist and lead radiologic technologist duties and responsibilities

Cath laboratory radiological technologist example responsibilities.

• Open and close department independently and also assist surgical staff by managing QC and providing radiopharmaceuticals as needed for procedures.
• Gather supplies need for cardiac imaging procedures ACLS and BLS certifications
• Perform diagnostic radiology procedures in the emergency room, radiology department, and mobile radiography while following the principle of ALARA.
• Transition from film to PACS.
• Perform all vascular access work using ultrasound.
• Assist with selection of balloons and stents for procedures.
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Lead radiologic technologist example responsibilities.

• Initiate, achieve and comply with ACR accreditation standards.
• Develop and manage resources to include payroll, non-payroll, and capital equipment budgets as well as space requirements.
• Manage ACR accreditation compliance process.
• Full range of supervisor duties including payroll, performance evaluations, budgetary oversight, new staff orientation and training.
• Experience using PACS, digital radiology equipment, digital mammography equipment and electronic medical records.
• Perform radiation safety for patients and assure radiation safety for personnel during procedure by maintaining radiation dosages as low as possible.
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