X-Ray Technician

Job Summary:

The Radiologic Technologist performs a variety of medical exams using X-rays on patients to create images of specific parts of the body to assist physicians with formulating a medical diagnosis while complying with safety and regulatory requirements. Specifically, conducts radiology exams and documents clinically appropriate results for interpretive physicians and records.

Shifts:  Full Time Monday thru Friday with rotating Saturdays.

Duties/Responsibilities:

(95%) Patient Care

• Demonstrates the company’s values in daily activities.
• Uses proper radiation protection and precautions, prepares, and operates radiographic,
  fluoroscopic, and portable equipment safely and competently, while obtaining quality images
• Positions patients to obtain appropriate radiographic exposures.

• Positions patients for X-Ray exams using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Evaluates images for technical quality, collates processed images and sequence of exposure and labels appropriately, and verifies transfer of images to PACS.
• Applies the profession’s code of ethics in all aspects of practice.
• Maintains knowledge of, observes, and enforces the safety measures in the Environment of Care
• Demonstrates competence in following established imaging protocols and exercise’s ability to adjust protocols as required.
• Ensures patient safety by screening for contraindications if a contrast exam is required
• Participates in the implementation of solutions for imaging and quality challenges
• Ensures proper charges are entered and referring physician’s orders are verified
• Prepares examination rooms for radiology procedures.
• Monitors inventory of supplies during room rotation and maintains room cleanliness and neat appearance.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Assist other modalities as needed.

(5%) Completes other tasks and projects as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of and adherence to company policies and protocols
• Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA and safety guidelines
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Knowledge of current technical skills and procedural understanding to perform a full range of scanning procedures.
• Knowledge of and adherence to ALARA principles
• Knowledge to perform regular QAQC for quality standard compliance; collaborates with Imaging Lead
• Knowledge of basic level computer skills
• Skill in organizing and prioritizing work and following assignments through to completion
• Skill in written and verbal communication
• Ability to operate and adjust scanning and ancillary equipment
• Ability to take initiative to improve processes, think strategically, and identify trends
• Ability to provide open, honest feedback to improve decision-making
• Ability to maintain and build constructive relationships that produce results
• Ability to work independently, as a team, and in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines
• Ability to provide support for new initiatives and process implementation
• Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change
• Ability to effectively handle details with accuracy
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and on-time approval to work as scheduled
• Ability to deliver high-quality customer service to internal and external customers by communicating with integrity and compassion
• Ability to resolve service recovery issues and understand when to escalate to the next level
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of 24-month AMA-approved School of Radiology Technology
• 12 months previous experience in diagnostic radiology preferred
• ARRT certification in Radiography or (temporary limited permit for recent grads acceptable)
• Applicable State Licensure, where required
• IV credentialed if applicable
• BLS certification preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Heavy lifting: up to 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand, stoop, lift, and walk without restrictions.
• Requires computer-related activities for extended periods of time
• Requires the ability to see, hear, speak, write and key