PRN Radiology Technologist, X-Ray

The Steadman Clinic•Basalt, CO

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team at The Steadman Clinic, and be an integral part of a leading-edge organization that is amongst the best in the world in Orthopedics. This is an excellent opportunity to take your health care career to the next level or kick it off with a world-class organization at one of our amazing facilities in Basalt. The flexible PRN schedule allows you to prioritize a strong work-life integration. Our X-Ray Techs operate radiologic equipment to take diagnostic x-rays. Performs routine diagnostic procedures. Takes, annotates and sends patient images. Assist clinical and administrative personnel by completing various forms and reports on patients.

Requirements

Graduate of an ARRT approved Radiological Technology Program.
Candidates that have the ability may be required to cover MRI modalities, and vice versa, as is needed by the business.
Current ARRT license.
Travel to clinic locations that are not the home base of the technologist is required as needed by the team.
Demonstrated problem solving and work flow management skills required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must maintain a professional attitude towards patients and an excellent and collegial working relationship with other Steadman Clinic and hospital personnel in involved in patient care.
Must demonstrate understanding of procedures, policies and documentation required to ensure compliance with hospital standards of care.
Excellent critical thinking skills, ability to work independently, and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

Operates x-ray machine to perform routine diagnostic procedures.
Positions patients and adjusts equipment for taking x-rays.
Observes patient vital signs during examination.
Decides length and intensity for radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on individual patient basis.
Authorizes release of patients upon completion of radiologic examination.
Examines radiologic image for properties such as density and contrast, magnification and distortion.
Prepares for delivery to radiologist/doctor for reading/interpretation.
Maintains, cleans and disinfects x-ray rooms and office area.
Fills and restocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies.
Ensures radiologic equipment is clean and maintained.
Places records in patient charts, adds billing codes for x-rays and keeps proper order.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.