Radiologist job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of a Radiologist job summary
We are a county hospital looking for a radiologist to assist our staff with patient imaging. You will educate the patients and their families on how they should prepare for each procedure, monitor patient condition during the tests, configure the equipment to produce quality images and consult with other medical professionals during the diagnostic process. The ideal candidate has four years of experience working with radiology equipment, is board-certified, has strong verbal and written communication skills and wants to make a difference by working in a fast-paced hospital. This position is full-time and offers health and dental insurance, along with a generous compensation package.
Radiologist responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Evaluate patient pain levels to determine whether they require physician intervention
- Process X-rays in a timely manner to assist physicians with the diagnostic process
- Answer questions from the patient and their families to ensure they understand the procedure
- Provide patients with instructions on properly preparing for imaging in advance of the procedure
- Set up radiology equipment and ensure that it is working properly for accurate scans
- Follow HIPAA regulations at all times when handling patient images
Radiologist qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- Board-certified radiologist with current, state-required license
- Holds AART certification
- Four years experience in a hospital environment
- Strong communication skills and ability to listen to patient feedback and medical professionals input
- Strong data entry skills when inputting imaging data
- Passed X-ray training program at an ARRT credentialed program
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