State of Connecticut Executive Branch

In a state facility or institution, this class is accountable for performing technical radiographic procedures.

Works under the general supervision of a Principal Radiological Technologist or other employee of higher grade.

May lead other employees of lower grade.

Performs a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis; produces radiographs; positions individuals; provides immobilization devices; selects proper technical factors on an individual basis; selects and operates equipment as directed; develops film by automatic and manual processing; provides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards; practices sterile techniques and applies infection control policies; maintains adequate records; maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work area; secures and returns special equipment; assists physician in administering opaque media; assists in performing first aid as necessary; may be responsible for delegated areas or performance of special procedures; may perform preventive maintenance and quality assurance measurement of equipment; may operate patient monitoring equipment such as an electrocardiograph; performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of radiographic procedures and equipment; knowledge of radiographic film processing techniques; knowledge of infection control policies and procedures; familiarity with individual monitoring equipment; interpersonal skills; ability to exercise independent judgment as needed in individual cases; ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Must meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists and hold current Connecticut state license.

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and position individuals and may be exposed to radiation, moderately disagreeable conditions and occasionally to infectious and/or communicable diseases.

Classified/Non-Examined

(17)-Laboratory/Scientific Services

(10)-HEALTH NONPROF(NP-6)

(3)-Technician

HN 15

This replaces the existing specification for the class of Staff Radiological Technologist (35 Hour) in Salary Group HN 15 approved effective August 18, 2019. (Revised to remove Compensation Guidelines and Appointment sections) Final No. 22-060

05/13/2022