X-ray Tech- NCT/LMRT

Accident Centers of Texas•Schertz, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking to employ a dedicated and skilled X-ray technician to take quality x-rays of patients’ bones, soft tissues, or organs as instructed by patients' physicians. The X-ray technician's responsibilities include monitoring radiology supplies, attending mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, and ensuring that the x-ray machines are set at the correct radiation levels. You should also ensure that all x-ray rooms are clean and tidy at all times. Perform all diagnostic x-rays. Work closely with providers and staff to ensure quality care for all patients. Will also help out at the front desk to register patients when not performing X-Ray Tech duties. Will reschedule patients that are unable to make it to their appointments. Assist in patient care to ensure speedy patient flow. Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures. Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders. Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions. Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility. Limiting patients' exposure to radiation by placing lead shields on patients where needed. Ensuring that the x-rays taken are of sound quality to prevent repeat procedures. Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment. Maintaining an accurate record of completed x-ray procedures. These are some of the job duties but are not limited to only these duties.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program for Radiographers
Understanding of the concepts HIPAA and OSHA regulations
NCT, LMRT

Responsibilities

Perform all diagnostic x-rays
Work closely with providers and staff to ensure quality care for all patients
Help out at the front desk to register patients when not performing X-Ray Tech duties
Reschedule patients that are unable to make it to their appointments
Assist in patient care to ensure speedy patient flow
Verify patients' identity and review physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures
Use x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders
Explain x-ray procedures to patients and answer their questions
Position patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility
Limit patients' exposure to radiation by placing lead shields on patients where needed
Ensure that the x-rays taken are of sound quality to prevent repeat procedures
Promptly notify management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment
Maintain an accurate record of completed x-ray procedures
Monitor radiology supplies
Attend mandatory staff meetings and training sessions
Ensure that the x-ray machines are set at the correct radiation levels
Ensure that all x-ray rooms are clean and tidy at all times