X-Ray Technologist

Description

Summary/Objective

Maintain and use equipment and supplies necessary to demonstrate portions of the human body on x-ray film or fluoroscopic screen for diagnostic purposes, as ordered by the physician.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Prepares patients for radiological imaging procedures.
• Assists providers during in-office procedures requiring radiography as assigned.
• Position x-ray equipment and adjust controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance.
• Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.
• Use beam-restrictive devices and patient-shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patient and staff.
• Cleans procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits.
• Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer-generated methods.
• Maintains radiographic supplies and orders as necessary.
• Ensures patient confidentiality and complies with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established by OrthoSC
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

1. Orthopedic/general medical terminology
2. Knowledge of x-ray procedures and protocols
3. Computer proficiency
4. Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards
5. Must identify equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor
6. Professional demeanor
7. Respect and follow physician/patient etiquette
8. Work under pressure with a positive attitude
9. Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional clinical environment. This position will not and may not act independently.

Physical Demands
Varied activities including walking, reaching, bending, lifting. Does require standing and walking for long periods of time. Assists with the transfer of patients, must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position- 12 hour shifts. Shifts will be scheduled between the hours of 8:00am-8:00pm Monday-Friday.

Travel
Occasional travel to other OrthoSC locations may be required as needed.

Education and Experience

1. High School Diploma or equivalent

Required qualifications

1. Associates degree in Radiological Technology
2. Completion of an accredited radiology/active license (ARRT)
3. Valid SCQRSA (SC Radiation Quality Standards Association) license

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.