PRN X-Ray Tech

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for providing x-rays ordered by the providers.
• Responsible for quality x-rays to include correct image, right or left markers, patient ID, and provider name.
• Maintains proper use of x-ray equipment, CR, DR, and PACS.
• Communicates with the x-ray supervisor or director with any concerns or operational questions/problems.
• Establishes a professional relationship with the physicians, co-workers and clinical staff.
• Teaches x-ray students how to perform x-rays, patient care, and workflow in the clinical x-ray setting.
• Helps clinical staff with PACS to include importing and exporting images.
• Assists clinical staff when not busy in x-ray.
• Maintains EMR imaging duties and medical records release form for CD pick-up.
• Daily Quality Control (QC) of all x-rays taken.
• Maintains ordering of x-ray supplies when necessary.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Perform quality diagnostic x-rays
• Strong customer service ethic
• Current certification in CPR encouraged
• Knowledge of basic computer skills
• Familiar with orthopedic x-rays in a clinical setting
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with a variety of people
• Ability to communicate and document clearly and concisely

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• Affected by climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching
• Lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to risk of infectious diseases when interacting with patients and/or family members
• Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals
• Exposure to vibration