XRAY Technologist - PRN

Heath Images At South Potomac

Heath Images at South Potomac is seeking a PRN X-ray technologist to join our team. Position Pay Range $28.36 - $36.56

Summary/Objective

The X-Ray Technologist performs various types of diagnostic X-Ray procedures, adjusts X-Ray equipment settings, determines proper voltage/exposure and positions patient. Performs specific procedures utilizing ionizing radiation. Assists physicians in assigned examination utilizing contrast media and/or specific tomographic examinations.

Essential Functions

1. Interfaces with patients to ascertain medical history and provides instructions/explanation of the procedure and/or exam to obtain the best possible image.
2. Reviews patient charts for missed clinical information and/or consent.
3. Screens patients for surgical and other implants, contrast allergies, etc.
4. Obtains prior films/exams as needed and performs high quality scans to submit to the Radiologist for interpretation.
5. Performs exams while attending to patient's care before, during and following exam and notifies the appropriate party if patient's condition changes at any time.
6. Transfers images to other locations as needed.
7. Coordinates scan protocols with Radiologist.
8. Maintains and regularly inspects equipment and immediately reports any quality concerns as well as equipment failures or deficiencies.
9. Interfaces with Lead Technologist & Center/Area Manager regarding any and all departmental concerns.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

1. Technical Capacity.
2. Ethical Conduct.
3. Time Management.
4. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervision responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in an environmentally controlled outpatient clinical environment. Potential exposure to radiation, which is minimized by the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Possible exposure to bodily fluids, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation and other conditions common to a medical office environment. Often requires work in cool, dimly lighted rooms.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

The employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Job Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications/Experience:

• Two plus years' experience in X-Ray- preferred
• Ability to educate patients on procedures being performed
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, a problem solver and a team player
• Ability to navigate multiple computer screens and browsers quickly and accurately
• Ability to excel in a very fast-pace team environment
• Ability to continuously "exceed" company and customer expectation
• Strong communication skills & professional demeanor

Education/Certifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Technologist program
• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification
• Registry in Radiography (R)
• Current license from state medical board (if applicable)
• Current CPR certification

Company Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Company Matched 401k Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

Health Images is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V). We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by application federal, state or local law.