X-Ray Technician
ChenMed · St Louis, MO · 2 wk ago
On-siteAdministrative$24–$34.25/hrFull-time
About the role
We’re ChenMed and we’re transforming healthcare for seniors and changing America’s healthcare for the better. Family-owned and physician-led, our unique approach allows us to improve the health and well-being of the populations we serve. We’re growing rapidly as we seek to rescue more and more seniors from inadequate health care.
Responsibilities
- Positions patient under X-ray machine, adjusts immobilization devices, and provides appropriate radiation protection; adjusts switches regulating length and intensity of exposure
- Performs a variety of patient care activities to assist physicians including procedures, EKG's, phlebotomy and injections
- Prepares reports and maintains records of services rendered; maintains radiological film files and storage, pulls X-rays as required for referrals and/or copying; keeps logs for x-rays sent out for referrals
- Keeps an updated log that consolidates X-rays performed against reports received
- Maintains supplies, equipment, practices OSHA safety standards, performs accurate, legal and ethical documentation at all times
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- Certified Radiologic Technologist or Basic X-Ray Machine Operator
- Medical Assistant Certification preferred
- Minimum 1 year x-ray technologist work experience in a healthcare environment, 2 years preferred
- Licensed and/or certified if required by state regulations
- EMR system experience preferred
Qualifications
- Competent-level business acuity
- In-depth knowledge and understanding of medical products and general/core job-related functions, practices, processes, procedures, techniques and methods
- Empathetic and courteous professional demeanor towards patients, family members and colleagues
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Skilled in operating phones, personal computer, software and other IT systems
- Detail-oriented to ensure accuracy of reports and data
- Ability to effectively collaborate with team members, including but not limited to physicians, center and area leaders, care team members and front office staff
- Mindset focused on solving problems for patients and achieving team goals
- Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow
- Ability to act calmly in busy or stressful situations
- Proficient skill in Microsoft Office Suite products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook; competent in other systems required for the position
- Willingness to travel locally, regionally and/or nationally to cover multiple centers up to 30% of the time; flexible to work evenings, weekends and/or holidays as needed
- Spoken and written fluency in English
Skills & Abilities
- Business acuity
- Medical knowledge
- Professional demeanor
- Communication skills
- Technical proficiency
- Collaboration
- Safety awareness
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Travel flexibility
Benefits
We offer comprehensive benefits, career development and advancement opportunities, and so much more. Our employees enjoy great work-life balance and opportunities to grow. Join our team who make a difference in people’s lives every single day.