Job Summary: This position is responsible for operating X-ray equipment that assists physicians with diagnosing and/or treating disease and/or injury.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
• Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
• 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.
• Positions patients and takes X-rays of specific parts of the patient’s body as requested by physicians.
• Completes daily log and forwards to radiologist for reading. Copies X-rays discs upon patient/physician request.
• Maintains required records including patient records and daily log books.
• 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, film, and orders as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Technician will function as a medical assistant when required by assigned practice.

Education:

• Associate’s degree in radiological technology from accredited X-ray technician program.
• Current state X-Ray Technology certificate or license.

Experience: One to three years of experience as X-ray technician, preferably in medical practice environment.

Other Requirements: American Registry of Radiologic Technologist registration preferred.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement. Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.

Skills:

Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor. Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

Abilities:

• Ability to lift and position patients for the type of X-ray procedure required.
• Ability to notice detail in drawings and differences in shapes and shadings.
• Ability to read and write instructions, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients and other employees.
• Ability to competently use Microsoft Office.

Equipment Operated: Radiological equipment used for medical diagnosis and treatment.

Work Environment: Radiological unit.

Physical Requirements: Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with an X-Ray Technician such as standing eight to twelve hours per day. Involves some bending, stooping, squatting, reaching above the shoulders, twisting, turning, kneeling, and pushing, and pulling. Heavy lifting 75+ lbs. required to move equipment and transfer patients. Occasional stress when working with anxious patients.