X-Ray Technologist - PRN

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Job Type

Contract

Description

Position Overview

This position is responsible for operating X-Ray equipment that assists radiologists and/or physicians

with diagnosing and/or treating disease and/or injury. Participates in delivery of orthopedic care

through expertise in the operation of radiologic equipment to ensure quality diagnostic x-ray films.

Ensures smooth work and patient flow within the clinic.

Essential Functions

• Performs radiographic procedures as prescribed by a physician.

• Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.

• Takes X-Rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves

setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or

treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work

area.

• Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjusts/sets radiographic controls.

Positions patients and takes X-Rays of specific parts of the patient's body as requested by

physicians.

• Create digital radiological image. Checks X-Ray images for clarity, retaking when necessary.

• Upload and manage X-Rays.

• Maintains required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports.

• Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-Ray unit meets standards required by

laws, rules, and departmental policies.

• Complies with safety standards.

• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including

determining equipment repairs.

• Maintains radiographic supplies and orders as necessary.

• Burn images to discs when needed by patient, and/or physicians.

• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers through prompt response

and courteous communication.

• Assist POSC physicians in the delivery of orthopedic patient care management to assure an

excellent patient experience.

• Determines proper technique through the selection of voltage, current, and exposure time.

• Positions patients for the proper view of the affected area.

• Completes x-ray requests for proper billing

• Actively participates in the quality-assurance monitoring and recording efforts of the

department.

Other

• Assists in maintaining a neat and sanitary workplace at all times.

• Uses only equipment trained to use and operates all equipment in a safe manner.

• Anticipate ways to improve patient care and experience.

• Assists in the evaluation, development and effectiveness of systems and protocols.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must hold current state X-Ray Technology certificate or license.

• RT(R) - required.

• 1-2 years of prior orthopedic radiology experience preferred.

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgement

• Excellent patient care and computer skills.

• Knowledge of EHR system.

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

• Knowledge of pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures as well as treatment

modalities.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.

• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

• Ability to maintain quality control standards.

• Exceptional communication skills.

• Ability to organize and prioritize.

• Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA requirements.

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action when needed.

• Anticipate ways to improve patient care and experience.

• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations and

certifications.

• Ability to work with little supervision.

• Knowledge of X-Ray procedures and protocols.

• Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.

Pay Information: $28.89 -$37.99/hour