State of Washington Classified Job Specification
IMAGING TECHNOLOGIST TRAINEE
Class Series Concept
Performs invasive and non-invasive diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures in a clinical setting. Presents and/or coordinates educational programs. Establishes and maintains a quality assurance program.
Definition
Participates in training of graduated complexity for invasive and/or non-invasive diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographic, cardiac catheterization and/or angiographic examinations in a clinical setting.
Typical Work
Participates in systematic on the-job training that includes:
Conducts diagnostic imaging procedures, including preparing patient and examination room for procedures and maintaining procedure log;
Assists with the operation of a wide variety of equipment to produce an imaging record on film, digital and/or high resolution recording systems;
Calibrates, adjusts and maintains equipment;
Administers contrast media and pharmaceuticals under physician direction;
Calibrates and operates a variety of complex computerized physiological equipment and transducers to record and monitor electrocardiograms and blood pressures to assess patient clinical status;
Assists in administering patient care services to maintain continuum of care such as intravenous therapy and medications, wound dressing and incision care, oxygen and suction, utilization of sterile techniques;
Conducts/performs unplanned procedures/examinations;
Maintains inventory of supplies and evaluates new products and equipment;
Participates in formal training programs in continuing education;
Operates diagnostic imaging equipment and other equipment/devices as appropriate; assists physician with imaging procedures;
Positions patients for examination, immobilizing patients as necessary;
Performs related duties as required.
Legal Requirement(s)
Registered by the state of Washington as an X-ray Technician.
There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position.
Persons legally authorized to work in the U.S. under federal law, including Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients, are eligible for employment unless prohibited by other state or federal law.
Desirable Qualifications
Current enrollment in a formal AMA-approved radiologic technology training program
OR
equivalent education/experience.
Class Specification History
New Class: 1-19-2001
Revise class. Revises class code (formerly 6523); adopted May 10, 2007, effective July 1, 2007.
Revised Legal Requirements; effective June 6, 2024, due to adopted legislative action.