X-Ray Technologist
About The Position
The X-Ray Technologist performs diagnostic outpatient imaging while ensuring and maintaining proper radiation exposure requirements. The role produces high-quality diagnostic images, positions patients appropriately, operates imaging equipment, and may assist Radiologists with procedures. It also involves maintaining accurate documentation, learning new imaging protocols and equipment, entering patient data into RIS, PACS, and VSDM, and protecting patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA. The technologist provides compassionate patient care, follows exam policies and procedures, and performs routine cleaning, laundry, and stocking as needed. Attendance at meetings and training sessions may occasionally be required outside regular working hours. The position supports the corporation’s mission, vision, and values, and may include other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Completion of a recognized Diagnostic Radiology Program of two or more years.
- Hold a current ARRT certificate.
- Continue to obtain the recommended amount of continuing education credits each year per certification.
- Complete continuing education in accordance with ARRT, ACR, and the State of Michigan.
- Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and effectively present information one-on-one and in small-group situations.
- Apply common-sense understanding to detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions and deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Frequently stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch; occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Produce high-quality diagnostic images and position patients properly.
- Operate imaging equipment and assist Radiologists with procedures when necessary.
- Maintain proper documentation and use appropriate terminology, with knowledge of anatomy.
- Learn new imaging protocols and equipment as needed.
- Enter patient data into RIS, PACS, and VSDM.
- Observe patient privacy policies and comply with HIPAA.
- Perform routine cleaning of the work area and associated equipment, and handle laundry and stocking when needed.
- Provide care and compassion to all patients.
- Follow appropriate policies and procedures for exams.
- Accept and perform other duties as assigned.
- Attend meetings and training sessions as required, including occasional sessions outside regular working hours.
- Support the corporation’s mission, vision, and values.
Benefits
- $500 sign-on bonus paid in two installments: $250 after 30 days of employment and $250 after 90 days of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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