Radiographer

TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine•New Braunfels, TX

1d•$22 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for taking x-rays of patients in the office, performing radiological duties as prescribed by a Physician and/or Physician Assistant. The Radiographer determines the proper technique for the patient's condition, ensures safe positioning of the patient during x-ray procedures, and responds to physician x-ray concerns. This position also involves coordinating time off and timekeeping with the Radiology Technologist responsible for payroll coordination, escorting patients to and from exam rooms, utilizing the PACS system for image reproduction, and retrieving and re-filing film as necessary. The Radiographer must ensure Texas State Department of Radiation procedures are followed.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
GMRT and ARRT certification
1-2 years experience
Technical skills
Radiology and medical terminology required
Ability to communicate effectively
Must be able to develop and maintain effective relationships
Must be able to assist patients in positioning of procedures
Requires prolonged sitting, stretching, and some bending
Requires eye hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopies, telephone, and other equipment

Responsibilities

Responsible for taking x-rays of patients in the office.
Performs radiological duties as prescribed by Physician and/or Physician Assistant
Determines proper technique for patient condition
Ensures safe positioning of patient while undergoing x-ray procedure
Responds to physician x-ray concerns
Coordinates time off and timekeeping with Radiology Technologist responsible for payroll coordination
Escorts patients though office from and to exam rooms before/after procedure
Utilizes PACS system for image reproduction
Retrieves film for physician prior to patient visits, re-files film as necessary
Ensures Texas State Department of Radiation procedures are followed