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Patient First · 1 week ago

X-ray Technologist

Glen Allen, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Patient First is a healthcare provider, and they are seeking an X-ray Technologist to obtain quality x-rays and implement safety procedures for patients and staff. The role involves understanding x-ray equipment, maintaining paperwork, and ensuring a safe environment for patients during procedures.

Health CareMedicalPrimary and Urgent Care

Responsibilities

Obtaining quality x-rays using correct position and radiation exposure

Implementing safety procedures for patients, self, and staff to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation

Creating and documenting x-ray CD copies correctly according to Patient First guidelines. Labeling images and sleeves correctly when making these copies

Understanding the x-ray and processing equipment so that it will be used correctly

Using and understanding the bell system

Filing and maintaining all x-ray paperwork

Ensuring the safety of patients when using wheelchairs, stools, and other equipment

Understanding and using the following: Daily Log, X-Ray Listing, Copy Listing, and X-Ray Status Screen

Understanding and using the automated medical records system

Cleaning work area, biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines and other maintenance assignments as directed

Receiving, moving, and restocking ordered supplies

Adhering to established Patient First policies and procedures

Addressing physician and nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner

Completing the tasks listed on the checklists for the x-ray area and treatment area

Attending training classes and staff meetings as scheduled

Being available as needed, breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time for patient care and to maintain center operations

Responsible for the operating, using and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained

Qualification

Registered Radiologic TechnologistRadiation safety proceduresX-ray equipment operationKeyboarding experienceClerical experienceClinical experienceMedical records systemCommunication skills

Required

Employee must be at least 18 years of age

High school graduate or equivalent

Keyboarding experience required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Licensed to practice as Radiologic Technologist or a Limited Radiologic Technologist by the Virginia Board of Health Professions

Limited Radiologic Technologist must be licensed to practice in the following anatomical areas: chest/thorax, extremities, skull/sinuses, spine and abdomen/pelvis