LEAD XRAY TECHNOLOGIST

$2500 Sign on Bonus

 

Position Summary:

          Responsible for assisting physician in patient care, performing all necessary X-Rays, with a high degree of quality, and escorting patients to rooms, .  The X-Ray Technologist Lead is also responsible for managing the technologist placement based on clinical needs and Preventive Maintenance/Quality Assurance of equipment.

Position Responsibilities/Standards:

General

• Attend department, clinic or company meetings as required
• Demonstrate sound judgment by taking appropriate actions regarding questionable findings or concerns
• Consistently work in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow staff members.
• Consistently demonstrate ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.
• Attend required annual in-service program and/or required CEU’s
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all company policies and procedures.
• Consistently demonstrate attention to detail in documentation, recording and patient information.
• Adheres to established facility safety requirements and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Identifies potentially unsafe situations and notifies supervisor

Specific Duties

• Perform imaging exams according to protocol
• Escort patients back to exam rooms
• Communication with physicians, patients and staff
• Ensure equipment is maintained properly
• Manage technologist placement based on clinical needs
• Manage the PMs (Preventative Maintenance) for the equipment
• Perform Quality Assurance on Lead and other supplies

Additional Duties

• Travel to satellite offices as necessary
• Schedule will change as department needs change, including overtime and Saturday rotations.

Education/Experience Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology program
• Active ARRT certification Required
• State specific license required

Knowledge:

• Knowledge in Radiology procedures and protocols
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform x-rays
• Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards
• Knowledge of electronic health records and Practice Management Systems 

Physical Requirements:

Physical requirements for the position include the ability to frequently hear and communicate orally, see up close and at a distance, read and comprehend, stand, sit, walk, reach, handle, and/or feel objects.  Must be able to climb, pull, push and kneel.  Maximum unassisted lift = 50 lbs.  Average lift 25-50 lbs.