X-Ray Technologist

Summit Health

$93K — $97K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited X-ray Technologist program
  • 4-6 months of previous experience preferred
  • Strong communication skills for patient interaction
  • Ability to perform a range of basic X-rays and position patients
  • Experience using beam-restrictive devices and minimizing radiation exposure
  • Flexibility for full-time schedule, including weekends
  • Bilingual skills encouraged based on site location

Responsibilities

  • Produce high-quality radiographs according to CityMD X-ray protocols
  • Document X-ray studies and facilitate communication between provider and radiologist
  • Maintain accurate QC logbooks and comply with Department of Health regulations
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and communicate needs to management
  • Assist in patient flow and maintain clear communication with clinical staff
  • Perform vital signs and document results in the EMR
  • Help maintain cleanliness of the site, including all areas

Benefits

  • Collaborative and energetic work environment with passionate colleagues
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
  • Paid Time Off for work-life balance
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Short/Long Term Disability coverage and Life Insurance
  • 401K program for retirement savings
  • Incentive-based Cash Bonus Programs
  • Recognition and rewards for team performance
  • Commuter and parking discount programs
Full Job Description
Job Description
The X-ray Technologistis responsible forproducing high quality radiographs following CityMD X-ray protocols, procedures, and Department of Health regulatory compliance in an efficient andaccuratemanner.

EssentialFunctions/Responsibilities

  • Performing the more common X-ray studies in a reasonable amount of time as suggested below:

  • Chest X-ray: 3 minutes

  • ExtremityX-ray: 3-5 minutes per order

  • Spinal X-ray: 4-6 minutes

  • Abdomen X-ray: 4-6 minutes

  • Properly documenting X-ray studies performed andfacilitatingthe communication between the Provider and Radiologist by using all internal X-ray and care coordination software

  • Keepingan accuraterecord of QC logbooks including pregnancy consent form, daily check off list, patient logbook, repeat/rejectsso as tobe fully compliant with the Department of Health

  • Troubleshooting equipment and software malfunctions and informing Site Manager and X-Ray Manager when service needs to be contacted

  • Assistingwith patient flow andutilizingthe flag system tomaintaingood communicationbetween all clinical staff members

  • Performing vital signs and documenting results in the EMR

  • Assisting with CLIA waived tests, EKGs, splints, sling placement, and proper use of crutches

  • Helpingmaintainthe cleanliness of the site, including waiting room, exam rooms, labs, common work areas, X-ray suite, and break room

  • Enhancing the culture of healthcare by providing exceptional patient care, safety, and best practice

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited X-ray Technologist program

  • Preferably 4-6 monthspreviousexperience in the field

  • Strong communicationskills,in order toprovide clear instructions to patients on the process of procedures performed

  • The ability to:

  • perform basic X-rays of the chest, hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, knee,footor ankleoposition patients for X-ray, adjust restriction devices and equipment to set exposure factors

  • determinepatient's' X-ray needs by accuratelyinterpreting special instructions from the provider

  • use beam-restrictive devices and patient-shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patient and staff (ALARA principle)

  • Flexibility with full-time work schedule including weekends

  • Strong aptitude for detail, organizational skills, problem solving capabilities,communicationand interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, or with a team of healthcare professionals

  • Have functional and practical knowledge of various computer systems

  • Happy, positive, creative thinker, committed to building andmaintaininghealthy working relationships

  • Bilingual language skillsrequiredor preferred based on-site location.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationrequiredat time of hire

Physical Requirements

The job may require lifting light to moderate amounts of weight (e.g., boxes of medical or facility supplies). Heavy computer userequired.

Benefits*

  • A friendly and fast-paced environment working with passionate people

  • Outstanding growth opportunities

  • PaidTime Off

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

  • Short/Long Term Disability, HSA, and Life Insurance

  • 401K program

  • Cash Bonus Programs

  • Recognition and rewards programs to recognize successful teams

  • Other Perks & Discounts

  • Commuter and parkingdiscount program to help you save (using pretax dollars)

*Full Time Benefit Eligible Employees Only

Pay Range: $45.00 - $47.00 per hour


The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

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