X-Ray Technician

Sea Mar Community Health Centers • Seattle, WA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position: Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization Full-time X-Ray Technician position available at the Sea Mar WhiteCenter Medical Clinic located in Seattle, WA. Perform routine x-ray procedures of patient's bone and structure,aiding providers in their diagnosis. X-Ray Technician will operatex-ray equipment, including digital processing equipment, to photographbody parts on the patient, as requested by the provider for diagnosesand treatment. The list of films includes X-Rays of the cranium;sinuses, nasal bones and lower jaw; chest; cervical, thoracic, lumbarand sacral spine; pelvis, coccyx and hips; shoulder, collarbone,sternum and ribs; elbow, wrist, knee and ankle joints; as well asextremities. He/ She will also be involved in Quality Control, and inthe training of new employees on activities related to the position,including the use of X-Ray equipment and digital film processing. He/She will perform related administrative duties to ensure properfunctioning and operation of the X-Ray and processing equipment. TheX-Ray Technicians must have a good stamina to stand and perform testsfor the whole day. Work closely with the providers, nursing staff andother clinic personnel to ensure the smooth running of the departmentand clinic at large.

Requirements

• Graduated from a formal training program with a certification as anx-ray technician, an associate degree or a bachelor's degree ispreferred.
• DOH WA State X-Ray Technician License is required.
• Experience: A minimum of one year experience performing x-rays in ahospital or clinic setting is desirable.
• Pre-hire and annual employee health screening required
• Annual influenza vaccine required.
• Willingness to accept responsibility for activities of the x-rayfacilities and equipment.
• Ability to meet and deal with a variety of employees andpatients.
• Sociability, courtesy, and sympathy.
• Attention to detail a must.
• Periods of sustained concentration frequently required.
• Considerable initiative and judgment systematizing procedures anddelegating responsibility.
• Observe and follow the OSHA safety and the Health InsurancePortability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA Privacy) regulations.
• Verify and retrieve order in EHR. Review requested x-ray order forall requirements: ordering provider, insurance, correct CPT Code,patient demographic, two identifiers.
• Greetings, soothing and checking on patients.
• Strictly observe safety procedures and guidelines to avoidunnecessary exposure to harmful radiation.
• Explain procedure to patients, prepare patients for the procedureand position them for the best possible outcome.
• Keep a careful eye on the patients (faint, properly positioned,etc.)
• Operate the testing equipment, develop X-ray CD and do themaintenance in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions andSea Mar protocol.
• Burn and prepare CD for €œRadiologist pick up€.
• Document in log book keeping patient's testing records andtracking results in daily basis.
• Follow physician' orders precisely and conform to regulations.Assist support personnel by continuing to work after 5:00 PM andassisting them during the day when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Proper functioning and operation of all X-Ray and processingequipment, films, and other x-ray functions as required by theprovider.
• The X-Ray Technician II shall be responsible for the correctprocessing and digital formatting of the X-Ray tests performed at thefacility, and shall ensure safe and proper transportation and deliveryto and from the facility and any outside contracted Radiologyprofessional.
• Performs Quality Controls on all X-Rays performed at thefacility.
• Conducts and maintains an updated inventory in the work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.
• We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees