X-Ray Technologist Float

X-Ray Technologist Float

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is the largest orthopaedic surgery group in Tennessee. TOA concentrates on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders and injuries of the musculoskeletal system which allow our patients to live their best life. Ninety plus years later we are advancing the practice of orthopaedic surgery throughout the state.

Responsibilities:

• Perform satisfactory radio graphic procedures as requested by physicians
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and produce quality radio graphs
• Must be able to lift patients, and transport patients via wheelchair and stretcher
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanation of exams; answering patient questions
• Prepares patient for radio graphic procedure by proper patient dressing/ undressing, proper positioning, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting controls to set exposure factors
• Minimizes radiation to patients and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposures.
• Politely escort patients from the lobby to the exam room.
• Take patient medical histories, obtain chief complaints and prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Prepare equipment and supplies for clinical procedures such as aspirations and injections.
• Apply and remove casts, splints, dressings and durable medical equipment as directed by physician.
• Electronically send prescriptions as directed by physician.
• Assist with the ordering and scheduling of patient tests, labs and MRIs, and appointments for continuation of care.
• Promptly responds to patient phone calls.
• Order and maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment.
• Maintain patient files in the EHR (NextGen) and document as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Educational Requirements: High school diploma required Certificate or Associate/Bachelor's degree in radio logic technology required State of Tennessee Medical Board X-ray Operators License required
• Qualifications and Experience: ARRT certified Prior orthopedic x-ray experience, preferred C-Arm experience is a plus
• Travel Requirements: Must be able and willing to float to other TOA locations when needed to.

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