X-ray Technologist (PRN)

Fox Valley Orthopaedic Associates•Elgin, IL

1d•$33

About The Position

Performs all x-ray examinations independently following established protocols and procedures. Provide quality patient care while ensuring all x-ray safety standards are observed.

Requirements

Current ARRT- RT certification
IDNS (IEMS) license
CPR Certification
Able to make appropriate and independent decisions.
Have the ability to prioritize tasks.
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
Possesses excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

Take clear and accurate x-rays for use in diagnosis and treatment of illness and injury.
Understand individual physician protocols for views.
Limit radiation to patients through use of shielding devices and equipment settings.
Provide safe and quality care to patients through verbal and physical interactions.
Utilize quality assurance techniques to limit the necessity to retake views.
Process patient studies in exam rooms.
Accurately document services provided for clinical and billing purposes
Understand how to use, clean and store equipment in order to reduce malfunctions.
Report malfunctions to Manager immediately.
Process films, CDs and/or paper in response to patient requests for files.
Maintain, clean and stock all necessary supplies in x-ray rooms.
Pull x-ray records for patients who have upcoming scheduled appointments, ensuring that any films needed by the physician are available for review.
Update, file and/or scan patient records as necessary.