Radiology Technician (Xray tech) - Limited scope - Urgent care - Wade Hampton

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Greenville, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technician performs digital X-ray studies ordered by providers and supports patient care within the scope of practice and under provider direction. The role conducts radiographic examinations for anatomical parts permitted by the technician’s licensure, positions and immobilizes patients, applies radiation protection, and selects appropriate electronic and technical factors to safeguard patients and equipment. Equipment malfunctions or needed repairs must be reported promptly to a supervisor.

The technician also assists with medical documentation and clinical assistant duties under provider supervision. Other responsibilities include supporting teamwork and a positive culture, maintaining clean and safe work areas and equipment, complying with role-related legal requirements, and traveling to other facilities or adjusting work hours as directed to meet patient-care needs. Cross-functional duties may include registration, scheduling, answering phones, scribing, and ordering supplies.

The position serves infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. Employees are expected to provide age-appropriate care and follow infection-control policies, including universal precautions and use of personal protective equipment. The work may involve fluctuating workloads, interruptions, exposure to bodily fluids or infectious materials, adverse weather, and potential physical or verbal altercations. The role requires physical capabilities such as manual dexterity, maneuvering patient weight, reaching, repetitive arm and hand movements, and hearing alarms or telephone/audio recordings.

Requirements

• Limited Scope Radiology Licensure or General Machine X-Ray Operator Licensure, per state requirement.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required before independent patient care.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail, critical thinking, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and communicate with customers.
• Basic computing skills and knowledge of electronic medical records and documentation.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy, X-ray equipment and procedures, patient positioning, and patient safety.
• Knowledge of billing operations, including ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Judgment in selecting alternative courses of action and ability to adapt standard principles to new or changed conditions.
• Active listening skills.
• Physical capabilities including manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination, maneuvering patient weight, reaching above the shoulder, repetitive arm and hand movements, finger dexterity, color vision, near and far acuity, and hearing alarms, telephone, or audio recordings.
• Ability to perform shift work.

Nice To Haves

• BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association upon hire; required before independent patient care.
• Student in the final year of, or graduate of, a formal radiologic technology training program.
• One year of healthcare or clerical physician-practice experience.
• Experience with EPIC Electronic Health Record.

Responsibilities

• Perform provider-ordered radiographic examinations for anatomical parts permitted by licensure.
• Position and immobilize patients and use appropriate radiation protection.
• Select appropriate electronic and technical factors to safeguard the patient, X-ray tube, and equipment; promptly report equipment malfunctions or needed repairs to a supervisor.
• Assist with medical documentation and clinical assistant duties as directed and supervised by the provider.
• Promote positive culture and teamwork and demonstrate excellence in interactions with patients and internal teams.
• Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work areas, exam rooms, and equipment.
• Understand and comply with legal responsibilities and requirements of the role.
• Travel to other facilities or adjust work hours as directed by the manager to meet patient-care needs.
• Perform cross-functional duties as needed, including registration, scheduling, answering phones, scribing, and ordering supplies.
• Provide care appropriate to the ages and developmental needs of patients served.
• Follow infection-control policies, including universal precautions and use of personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED