We are looking to employ a dedicated and skilled X-ray technician to take quality x-rays of patients’ bones, soft tissues, or organs as instructed by patients' physicians. The X-ray technician's responsibilities include monitoring radiology supplies, attending mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, and ensuring that the x-ray machines are set at the correct radiation levels. You should also ensure that all x-ray rooms are clean and tidy at all times.
Job Responsibilities:
- Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures.
- Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders.
- Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
- Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.
- Limiting patients' exposure to radiation by placing lead shields on patients where needed.
- Ensuring that the x-rays taken are of sound quality to prevent repeat procedures.
- Working closely with the resident Radiologist to determine whether further tests are required.
- Ensuring that the x-ray equipment is regularly serviced and in good working order.
- Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.
- Maintaining an accurate record of completed x-ray procedures.
Skills:
- Must have experience in the OR- this is an OR position
- X-ray tech comfortable working OR, ED, impatient and portables.
- Must be willing to learn peds and neonates, Minimum 1 year level 1 trauma experience or 2-3 years at a large bed trauma level 2 facility.
- BLS and ARRT required. Graduated from a JRCERT/ARRT approved program.
- Operate radiologic and fluoroscopic equipment.
- Evaluates images for technical quality. EMR: EPIC and Sectra, Equipment: GE, Phillips and CareStream.
- Assigned to a department by day but expected to float if needed.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's or associate's degree in radiologic technology, radiology, or a related field.
- Certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
