X-Ray Technologist - ARRT

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics and Spine•Boulder, CO

21h•$31 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Job Overview: Join our team as an X-Ray Technologist. This position is primarily responsible for operating radiologic equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images that assist physicians in evaluating and treating injuries and conditions. The X-Ray Technologist ensures patient safety, maintains equipment, and adheres to established imaging protocols. As needed, this role may also support basic Medical Assistant duties to assist with patient care and maintain efficient clinic flow.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from an accredited radiologic technology program required.
Must be registered as a Radiologic Technologist through the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists), full-scope certification required.
Must hold a current state X-Ray Technology license.
One to three years of experience as an X-Ray Technologist/Technician, preferably in a medical practice environment.
Knowledge of X-Ray procedures and protocols.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-Ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement.
Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.
Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures.
Ability to lift and position patients for the type of X-Ray procedure required.
Ability to notice detail in drawings and differences in shapes and shadings.
Ability to read and write instructions, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to present information in one-on-one and small groups to clients and other employees.
Ability to competently use Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

Experience with C-Arm (fluoroscopy) preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
Takes X-Rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area.
Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjusts/sets radiographic controls.
Positions patients and takes X-Rays of specific parts of the patient’s body as requested by physicians.
Create digital radiological image. Checks X-Ray images for clarity, retaking when necessary.
Upload and manage X-Rays in Medstrat.
Maintains required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports.
Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-Ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.
Complies with safety standards.
Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs.
Maintains radiographic supplies and orders as necessary.
Burn images to discs when needed by patient, and/or physicians.
All employees have a responsibility to comply with our organization’s policies and procedures, code of conduct and mission, values & vision.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Basic Life/AD&D –Guardian
16 days of PTO per year
7-7.5 paid holidays per year
EAP
401K Safe Harbor Contribution
Medical
HSA and FSA
Dental
Vision
Short-Term Disability
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Flex Spending Accounts
General Purpose Healthcare FSA
Optional Protection Benefits (Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer Care and Critical Illness Insurance)
401(k)