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Position Overview 

This position is responsible for operating X-Ray equipment. Participates in delivery of orthopedic care through expertise in the operation of radiologic equipment to ensure quality diagnostic x-ray films. Ensures smooth work and patient flow within the clinic. This position is fully supervised by registered technologists until the employee takes and passes the x-ray registry. Once completion and proof has been provided, the employee will be able to work independently.

Essential Functions 

· Fully supervised by a registered x-ray technologist until the completion of the registry  

· Takes X-Rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area. 

· Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards. 

· Create digital radiological image. Checks X-Ray images for clarity, retaking when necessary.

· Upload and manage X-Rays. 

· Completes x-ray requests for proper billing 

· Maintains required records including patient records, daily logbooks, and monthly reports. 

· Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-Ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies. 

· Complies with safety standards. 

· Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs. 

· Maintains radiographic supplies and orders as necessary. 

· Burn images to discs when needed by patient, and/or physicians. 

· Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers through prompt response and courteous communication. 

· Assist POSC physicians in the delivery of orthopedic patient care management to assure an excellent patient experience. 

Other 

· Assists in always maintaining a neat and sanitary workplace. 

· Uses only equipment trained to use and operates all equipment in a safe manner. 

· Anticipate ways to improve patient care and experience. 

· Assists in the evaluation, development and effectiveness of systems and protocols. 

· Performs other duties as assigned. 

Pay Information: $15- $21/hourly, depending on experience

Requirements

 

Knowledge/Skills Abilities Required 

· 1-2 years of prior orthopedic radiology experience preferred. 

· Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgement 

· Excellent patient care and computer skills. 

· Knowledge of EHR system. 

· Excellent interpersonal communication skills. 

· Knowledge of pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures as well as treatment modalities. 

· Strong organizational skills. 

· Ability to multi-task and prioritize. 

· Ability to remain calm under pressure. 

· Ability to maintain quality control standards. 

· Exceptional communication skills. 

· Ability to organize and prioritize. 

· Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA requirements. 

· Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action when needed.

· Anticipate ways to improve patient care and experience. 

· Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations and certifications. 

· Ability to work with little supervision. 

· Knowledge of X-Ray procedures and protocols. 

· Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology. 

Salary Description $15- $21/hourly, depending on experience