X-Ray Technician

About the Role

This position operates X-Ray equipment to assist radiologists and physicians in diagnosing and treating disease or injury. You will play a key role in delivering orthopedic care by ensuring quality diagnostic X-ray images and maintaining smooth workflow and patient flow within the clinic.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic procedures as prescribed by a physician while protecting patients, staff, and self from radiation hazards.
• Set up and operate radiographic equipment, including implementing infection control procedures.
• Select proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis and adjust radiographic controls.
• Position patients and take X-rays of specific body parts as requested by physicians.
• Create, check, and retake digital radiological images for clarity as needed.
• Upload, manage, and burn X-ray images to discs for patients or physicians.
• Maintain patient records, daily logs, and monthly reports.
• Perform quality and quantity control checks to ensure X-ray units meet legal and departmental standards.
• Clean, maintain, and make minor adjustments to radiographic equipment; determine necessary repairs.
• Maintain and order radiographic supplies.
• Provide excellent customer service through prompt response and courteous communication.
• Assist physicians in delivering orthopedic patient care to ensure an excellent patient experience.
• Determine proper technique by selecting voltage, current, and exposure time.
• Complete x-ray requests for accurate billing.
• Actively participate in quality-assurance monitoring and recording efforts.
• Maintain a neat and sanitary workplace.
• Operate equipment safely and assist in evaluating and improving systems and protocols.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current state X-Ray Technology certificate or license; RT(R) required.
• 1-2 years of prior orthopedic radiology experience preferred.
• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Excellent patient care and computer skills, including knowledge of EHR systems.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of pharmacology, anatomy, physiology, surgical procedures, and treatment modalities.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and remain calm under pressure.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action as needed.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of X-ray procedures, protocols, and radiology equipment safety hazards.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, and reach for extended periods.
• May be required to move or lift patients with assistance to help them turn, stand, or walk.
• Must work well under pressure.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with patients and coworkers.
• Ability to move about a clinic setting.