X-ray Technologist

Patient First•Mechanicsburg, PA

12d

About The Position

The X-ray Technologist obtains diagnostic x-rays using correct positioning and radiation exposure while following safety procedures to protect patients, staff, and themselves. The role also supports physicians, extenders, and nurses with patient care, including locating patients, taking vital signs, triaging and assessing patients, and preparing them for examinations and treatment. The technologist maintains x-ray documentation and records, uses Patient First reporting tools and the medical records system, and helps keep the x-ray and treatment areas clean, safe, and stocked. The position includes supervising externs and Radiologic Technologist Assistants during x-ray exams, attending scheduled training and staff meetings, and completing shift communications and checklists. The role may require interruption of breaks and mealtimes to provide patient care or maintain center operations.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Minimum typing experience.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Registered member of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or graduate of an approved Limited Radiologic Technologist program.
Must be licensed if required in the state.
Must be able to hear pages, bells, and the phone system.
Adequate visual, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and multitask.
Must provide high-quality medical care and professionalism.
Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods, possibly 4–6 hours at a time.
Must be able to lift moderate to heavy items up to 50 pounds.
Limited Radiologic Technologists must be licensed to practice in chest/thorax, extremities, skull/sinuses, spine, and abdomen/pelvis.

Responsibilities

Obtain quality x-rays using correct positioning and radiation exposure.
Implement radiation-safety procedures for patients, self, and staff.
Create and document x-ray CD copies according to Patient First guidelines.
Assist physicians, extenders, and nurses with patient treatment and care, including locating patients, obtaining vital signs, triaging and assessing patients, and preparing them for physicals and medical treatment.
Respond respectfully and promptly to requests from physicians, extenders, and nurses.
File and maintain x-ray paperwork.
Ensure patient safety when using wheelchairs, stools, and other equipment.
Understand and use the Daily Log, X-ray Listing, X-ray Status Screen, and Impression Log.
Understand and use the medical records system.
Clean the work area, perform biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines, and complete other assigned maintenance.
Restock x-ray and treatment-area supplies as needed.
Attend scheduled training classes and staff meetings.
Work with fellow employees and externs during on-the-job training.
Directly supervise externs and Radiologic Technologist Assistants performing quality x-ray exams, remaining physically present and available to provide assistance and direction and ensuring correct positioning and radiation exposure according to Patient First guidelines.
Remain available to assist as needed, including when breaks or mealtimes are interrupted for patient care or center operations.
Check email, review assigned memos and policies, and complete assigned checklists during each shift.