Radiological health specialist vs certified medical technician

Differences between radiological health specialist and certified medical technician duties and responsibilities

Radiological health specialist example responsibilities.

• Manage chart completion (ICD-9-CM and CPT coding/abstracting), chart assembly and analysis, patient admission and patient information privacy/security.
• Conduct relevant staff training that are evidenced-base and consistent with the multidisciplinary treatment team approach to psychiatric rehabilitation.
• Perform DICOM network configuration settings for PACS system connectivity.

Certified medical technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work area.
• Administer medications to patients according to their medication record as scheduled, as needed according to physician orders.
• Perform laboratory test and procedures in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, serology, and bacteriology.
• Perform first aid and apply CPR when necessary.
• Perform first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until paramedics arrive.
• Assist the residents in their ADL needs and prepare their meals.
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