X-Ray Technologist
About The Position
The X-Ray Tech performs basic to complex diagnostic radiographic procedures as requested by a licensed physician, including operation of special imaging and radiology equipment. Skilled at sterile field assistance during operating room and pain management procedures. Perform the described duties in the primary work area and demonstrate competency in the following: Outpatient diagnostic Radiology, Fluoroscopy Perform a variety of technical tasks involved in operating x ray equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by physician; adjust equipment for proper exposure, voltage and current in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures. Determine, prepare and set up medical supplies, instruments and equipment; explain x ray procedures to patients; position patients for each anatomical view specified using immobilization and protective devices as required; report any changes in patient condition to attending medical staff. Monitor accessory equipment and assist attending physician with fluoroscopic examinations and special radiographic studies. Record amount and type of film exposed; label film with identifying information; sort as required. Consult with lead x-ray tech and radiologist to ensure compliance with established standards of quality. Process film in accordance with standardized procedures and maintain assigned work area in clean and orderly condition. Strong teamwork skills, utilizing "down time" to perform other assigned tasks, including room turnovers, restocking warmer, specialty carts, etc.
Requirements
- Current state registration
- Possession of ARRT in Radiology
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology with at least 1 year of experience in diagnostic radiography and fluoroscopy
- Current BLS obtained through an approved American Heart Association provider
Responsibilities
- Perform basic to complex diagnostic radiographic procedures
- Operate special imaging and radiology equipment
- Sterile field assistance during operating room and pain management procedures
- Outpatient diagnostic Radiology, Fluoroscopy
- Operate x ray equipment to make radiographs
- Adjust equipment for proper exposure, voltage and current
- Determine, prepare and set up medical supplies, instruments and equipment
- Explain x ray procedures to patients
- Position patients for each anatomical view
- Monitor accessory equipment and assist attending physician with fluoroscopic examinations and special radiographic studies
- Record amount and type of film exposed
- Label film with identifying information
- Consult with lead x-ray tech and radiologist to ensure compliance with established standards of quality
- Process film in accordance with standardized procedures
- Maintain assigned work area in clean and orderly condition
- Perform other assigned tasks, including room turnovers, restocking warmer, specialty carts, etc.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – Starting PTO accrual is 15 days per year.
- 401k retirement plan
- Paid holidays
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
