Lead X-Ray Technologist

American Family Care Willow Grove•Willow Grove, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform radiographic imaging procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing injuries and disease. Greet patients and explain procedures to patients in a compassionate manner. Position patients appropriately for diagnostic imaging procedures. Practice ALARA radiation protection techniques. Maintain a neat and clean working environment and ensure all supplies have been ordered and stocked. Process images, review for proper identification and quality control and prepare images for reading by a physician as well as radiologist overreads. Utilize both digital and non-digital diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with approved radiology techniques and all policies and procedures. Aid physician with prescribed patient treatments in accordance with approved standards, policies, procedures, and protocol as necessary. Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed. Willingness to cross-train in other roles as appropriate including medical assisting and reception. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or six months to one-year related experience and/or training.
ARRT-registered or board eligible preferred.
Licensed per state regulation.
In some states, Medical Assistant Certification or registry, Practical Nursing License, EMT or Paramedic certification is acceptable.

Responsibilities

Greet patients and explain procedures to patients in a compassionate manner
Position patients appropriately for diagnostic imaging procedures
Practice ALARA radiation protection techniques
Maintain a neat and clean working environment and ensure all supplies have been ordered and stocked
Process images, review for proper identification and quality control and prepare images for reading by a physician as well as radiologist overreads
Utilize both digital and non-digital diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with approved radiology techniques and all policies and procedures
Aid physician with prescribed patient treatments in accordance with approved standards, policies, procedures, and protocol as necessary
Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed
Willingness to cross-train in other roles as appropriate including medical assisting and reception
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned