X-Ray Technologist - Full-Time outpatient imaging float

Shift: Monday-Friday days, with some early evening shifts and occasional Saturday rotation.
Location: Will be a float for our Northtown's offices.

Job Summary:
The Radiologic Technologist performs a variety of medical exams using X-rays on patients to create images of specific parts of the body to assist physicians with formulating a medical diagnosis while complying with safety and regulatory requirements. Specifically, conducts radiology exams and documents clinically appropriate results for interpretive physicians and records.

Duties/Responsibilities:
(95%) Patient Care

Demonstrates the company’s values in daily activities.
Uses proper radiation protection and precautions, prepares, and operates radiographic,fluoroscopic, and portable equipment safely and competently, while obtaining quality images
Positions patients to obtain appropriate radiographic exposures.


Positions patients for X-Ray exams using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with government regulations and to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
Evaluates images for technical quality, collates processed images and sequence of exposure and labels appropriately, and verifies transfer of images to PACS.
Applies the profession's code of ethics in all aspects of practice.
Maintains knowledge of, observes, and enforces the safety measures in the Environment of Care
Demonstrates competence in following established imaging protocols and exercise’s ability to adjust protocols as required.
Ensures patient safety by screening for contraindications if a contrast exam is required
Participates in the implementation of solutions for imaging and quality challenges
Ensures proper charges are entered and referring physician’s orders are verified
Prepares examination rooms for radiology procedures.
Monitors inventory of supplies during room rotation and maintains room cleanliness and neat appearance.
Maintains accurate patient records.
Assist other modalities as needed.

(5%) Completes other tasks and projects as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of and adherence to company policies and protocols
Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA and safety guidelines
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Knowledge of current technical skills and procedural understanding to perform a full range of scanning procedures.
Knowledge of and adherence to ALARA principles
Knowledge to perform regular QAQC for quality standard compliance; collaborates with Imaging Lead
Knowledge of basic level computer skills
Skill in organizing and prioritizing work and following assignments through to completion
Skill in written and verbal communication
Ability to operate and adjust scanning and ancillary equipment
Ability to take initiative to improve processes, think strategically, and identify trends
Ability to provide open, honest feedback to improve decision-making
Ability to maintain and build constructive relationships that produce results
Ability to work independently, as a team, and in a fast-paced environment and meet established deadlines
Ability to provide support for new initiatives and process implementation
Ability to be flexible in schedule and adaptable to constant change
Ability to effectively handle details with accuracy
Ability to maintain regular attendance and on-time approval to work as scheduled
Ability to deliver high-quality customer service to internal and external customers by communicating with integrity and compassion
Ability to resolve service recovery issues and understand when to escalate to the next level
Ability to remain calm in difficult situations


Education and Experience:

Graduate of 24-month AMA-approved School of Radiology Technology
12 months previous experience in diagnostic radiology
ARRT certification in Radiography
Applicable State Licensure, where required
IV credentialed if applicable
BLS certification preferred


Physical Requirements:

Heavy lifting: up to 100 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to stand, stoop, lift, and walk without restrictions.
Requires computer-related activities for extended periods of time
Requires the ability to see, hear, speak, write and key