Xray Technologist - 32 hours per week

Shepherd Center • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The X-Ray Technologist delivers quality imaging services to geriatrics, adults, and adolescents at Shepherd Center. The role combines clinical applications with knowledge of anatomy and physiology to support departmental operations and provide physicians and providers with information for optimal patient care.

The schedule is 32 hours per week: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Monday from 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The position is identified as full-time and requires rotational on-call availability.

Requirements

• Associate degree in radiologic science or completion of a hospital-based radiology education program.
• Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent; ARRT registry is listed as required certification.
• Skills in the use and safety of radiology equipment.
• Active listening, excellent communication, and superior customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize and problem-solve, manage time, work as part of a team, and remain flexible.

Nice To Haves

• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred.
• A minimum of one year of experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patients and prioritize exams based on clinical need.
• Review and verify orders before beginning exams.
• Review patient electronic medical records for safety concerns that could affect exam quality or patient care.
• Prepare patients and rooms for exams, explain procedures, transfer and position patients using proper techniques, and assist patients as needed during exams.
• Perform clinical evaluations of patients and conduct exams as stated in physician orders.
• Observe patients and equipment during procedures and report unusual occurrences related to patient condition to the Imaging Supervisor.
• Deliver images to PACS and the Radiologist and ensure receipt of exam dictation.
• Complete daily tasks that support optimal departmental operation.
• Report departmental concerns to the Imaging Manager.
• Attend department staff meetings during scheduled hours.
• Assist with inventory of supplies.
• Maintain center-wide requirements, including annual employee health requirements, ARWs, and competencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree