X-Ray Tech

Description

Multi-Modality Technologist

Job Summary:

The technologist will perform Laboratory and X-ray examinations according to department protocols and all state and federal guidelines. This includes patient preparation, positioning and imaging using proper technical factors. The technologist will monitor the patients’ environment and safety. The technologist will use all equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and maintenance requirements.

Qualifications:
• Associate’s Degree (or equivalent) required
• Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Duties/Responsibilities:
• Prepare and position patient for diagnostic imaging procedure
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation
• Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body
• Move imaging equipment into specified position, determine exposure factors and adjust equipment controls to set proper exposure
• Perform specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures
• Process images and review for proper identification and quality control
• Prepare images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician
• Complete forms and maintain records, logs and reports of work performed
• Monitor equipment operation and report malfunctioning equipment to manager
• To assist the laboratory in drawing specimens, preparing specimens/paper work necessary for testing, running specimens, and transporting specimens to other facilities when necessary
• Maintain the proper number of continuing education credits for licensing and accreditations
• Must maintain a professional conduct at all times and adhere to the ARRT’s code of ethics
• Perform the necessary computer/paper tasks related to patient care
• Check in patients, verify insurance, print orders, and Sleep Studies
Work Experience:
Education Requirements:
• Associate’s Degree (or equivalent) required
• Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
General Requirements:

• Must be able to use experiences and good judgement to work independently and in a group setting
• Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients
• Must be able to read and interpret all department policies and procedures, technical guidelines, and all state and federal regulations
• Must be able to recognize and understand problems, and develop an appropriate course of action
• Must be able to build and maintain professional relationships within and outside of department
• Must demonstrate active listening skills, ask appropriate questions and take time to understand points being made.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in written form

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position at 40 hours a week. May work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Exposure Risk Level:

• This position is regularly exposed to blood borne pathogens
• This position is regularly exposed to radiation
• This position is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts
• This position is regularly exposed toxic or caustic chemicals
• This position is regularly exposed to electric shock

Working Environment:
Fast paced office environment with numerous interruptions and a very wide variety of tasks. Works in a well-lighted and ventilated office.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands descripted here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee:
• Must be able to stand, sit and walk
• Must be able to stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl
• Must be able to lift arms over head and reach in front
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds regularly
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds occasionally
• Must be able to lift greater than 50 pounds rarely
• Must be able to hear normal speaking levels
• Must be able to see clearly at 20 inches or less
• Must be able to see clearly at 20 feet or more
• Must be able to judge distances and special relationships between objects
• Must have full field of vision

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:
Associates Degree (or equivalent) required
Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
General Requirements:

Must be able to use experiences and good judgement to work independently and in a group setting
Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients
Must be able to read and interpret all department policies and procedures, technical guidelines, and all state and federal regulations
Must be able to recognize and understand problems, and develop an appropriate course of action
Must be able to build and maintain professional relationships within and outside of department
Must demonstrate active listening skills, ask appropriate questions and take time to understand points being made.
Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in written form

Salary : $25 - $0