X Ray Technician Limited Scope

Concentra•Riverside, CA

About The Position

The X Ray Limited Scope & Medical Support Specialist performs routine x-ray, medical, and testing procedures under the direct supervision of the treating clinician. The role also supports other facility areas as needed, including registration and referral management. The position performs routine X-ray examinations in accordance with Concentra policies, practices, procedures, and applicable regulations, delivering efficient, accurate one-on-one patient care in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate helps ensure patients receive quality clinical care and a welcoming, respectful, and skillful patient experience. The role combines radiologic responsibilities with medical support duties, including patient preparation, testing, assisting clinicians, maintaining equipment and supplies, documentation, patient flow, and front-office tasks. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Completion of a state-approved Limited Scope Technician certificate program and a license in the state of employment, if applicable.
CPR/First Aid Certification.
Customarily at least six months of medical assistant experience, with knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology.
Customarily at least six months of demonstrated X-ray experience and familiarity with routine medical procedures.
Ability to obtain required Medical Support Specialist certifications, including Drug Screen Collection, Breath Alcohol Certification, and Hair and Oral Fluids Collection.
Ability to make decisions or solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to interact tactfully and professionally.
Ability to properly handle sensitive and confidential information, including HIPAA and PHI, in accordance with applicable laws and company policies.
Clear, professional verbal and written communication skills.
Teamwork focus and the ability to maintain working relationships with colleagues at all levels.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and ability to enter data into various systems and applications.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of occupational medicine requirements, which are state-specific.
Prior medical office, healthcare, and/or customer service-related experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for radiologic procedures, escort them to dressing and x-ray rooms, provide instructions, and assist with positioning.
Explain x-ray procedures and monitor patients’ care, safety, and comfort during examinations.
Operate radiologic equipment, position equipment, and adjust controls according to examination specifications.
Take x-rays in accordance with established radiologic requirements and regulations, using radiation safety measures and protective devices.
Maintain x-ray equipment, including calibration, QA/QC procedures, and required records; report malfunctions to the Center Operations Director.
Follow Radiology workflows and ensure reports transfer correctly to the EMR; complete documentation related to patient x-ray visits.
Perform DOT and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing.
Prepare patients for physical examinations, take vital signs, and perform required or requested ancillary testing, including vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, PFTs, audiogram testing, and respirator fit testing.
Perform rapid screening tests, including influenza, strep, mono, and glucose tests.
Assist providers during examinations and treatment; perform routine medical procedures as ordered by the treating clinician and triage emergent patients as needed.
Prepare and assist clinicians with procedure setup and injury care; apply bandages, dressings, and splints as ordered.
Dispense medications and DME as ordered by the treating clinician and in accordance with state regulations.
Complete quality assurance activities on equipment, medical devices, and testing processes.
Maintain supplies; clean rooms and equipment; and stock exam rooms.
Maintain and operate medical devices and equipment, including calibration and record keeping, and promptly notify a supervisor of equipment, supply, or facility issues.
Assist center leadership with patient flow and volume, and keep patients informed of expected wait times.
Perform clerical tasks in the front and back office, ensure accurate documentation and record keeping, and perform front-office duties such as greeting patients, obtaining authorization, checking patients in and out, answering a multi-line telephone system, and distributing employer results or paperwork.
Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules.
Attend center staff meetings or huddles as required and help maintain a neat, clean, and orderly facility.
Complete applicable training, including monthly clinical competency training, and participate in required initial and ongoing training.