X-Ray Technologist

Full-Time X-Ray Technologist Position

*Will be cross trained in other modalities

*Current students welcome to apply (can start as a tech aide)

Essential Function: X-Ray Exams

• Identifies each patient and reviews each patient’s requisition, either hard copy or in computer system, for consistency of examination ordered with clinical diagnosis and all demographic information.
• Demonstrates competency and proficiency guidance: performing all required x-ray exams, positioning the patient and equipment, selecting radiographic technique.
• Records pertinent data on radiologic requisition and/or DR notes at all times, Physician’s name, technologist’s name, date of exam, contrast material, explanation for exam, restores prior images and/or uploads foreign priors, etc.
• Assesses patient condition, ensures patient safety through proper use of equipment.
• Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed exams to radiologist and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.
• Identifies anatomical orientation of all required images and ensures proper film identification on all images.
• Coordinates patient’s examination to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care and assists with the management of the workflow of the NVRA office to ensure the completion of the work assignments in the absence of the supervisor.
• Uses computer system in documenting correctly and accurately patient information to ensure the quality of patient care: patient’s full name, patient’s radiographic file number, patient’s date of birth, exams performed, referring physician.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations to ensure proper examination documentation and charges.
• Maintains confidentiality and privacy of all NVRA office related information.
• Initiates applicable “incident reports” by end of shift and reports incomplete and incorrect exams to ensure the proper patient charge and continuity of patient care.
• Burns CDs/Imaging Sharing for patients and referrers.
• Utilizes work steps in MI to facilitate requirement of verifying all scrips and demos.
• Oversees patient schedule and facilitate to fill open slots.
• Responsible for completing STAT exams and documenting “report documentation” in the RIS.
• Provides proper notification for absence or tardiness and demonstrates proper response and reliability for weekend coverage.
• Demonstrates proper response for coverage of other NVRA offices if needed.
• Establishes and maintains a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all office staff, including NVRA office and all referring offices, patients, and families.
• Assists with training and orientation of new staff members in respective modailities.
• Monitors inventory of supplies and notifies appropriate supervisor when stock is low.
• Assists manager to ensure the quality of work in the diagnostic office.
• Keeps manager informed of any unusual concerns, situations, or conditions relative to staff, patients, and physicians.
• Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competence.
• Attends conferences and in-services as required, as documented by sign-in sheets, to keep current with ARRT specialty standards.
• Demonstrates knowledge of institutional regulations regarding patient care, fire and safety, infection control disaster plans, and emergency codes and procedures according to office procedure.
• Participates in own performance appraisal by identifying individual goals and reviewing progress with NVRA Manager.
• Assists front desk staff with patient arrival, phone calls and other tasks to improve patient experience.
• Assists patients with kiosks when necessary.
• Demonstrates competency and proficiency in radiation protection, protecting self and other personnel during exams and shields patients properly.

Education/Certification: Two years of varied technical skill in diagnostic radiology, including x-ray school. Graduate of a recognized program in radiologic technology. Associates degree preferred.

Required Technical knowledge:

• Knowledge of X-Ray examinations
• Knowledge of equipment operation and safety
• Knowledge of patient transfers and positioning techniques

Credential/Licenses Required:

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or applicable specialty board.
• Licensed by the State of Connecticut
• Board Certified or Eligible* in assigned specialty

*Board Eligible applies to New Hires only

Repetitive Motions/ Physical Efforts: Majority of time spent on feet, with substantial amount of pushing, pulling, lifting and positioning of patients. Worker must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or office without affecting office flow. Requires individual to perform moderately difficult hand-eye coordination skills, walk and stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely, and hear normal sounds with some background noises. Position requires ability to wear protective lead aprons and lead gloves during examinations. Must be able to work within a limited space and in bright and low lighted examination rooms.

Physical Strength: Position requires ability to frequently lift objects heavier than 50 pounds, perform moderately difficult manipulative skill. Annual flu shot is required.

Occupational Risks: Employee is subject to normal occupational hazards for employee in radiological work at various sites. Employee may frequently be exposed to hazardous materials such as chemical and electromagnetic radiation as in CRT’s (VDT’s), radiation, blood/body tissues/fluids.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Outpatient

Medical specialties:

• Radiology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired hourly rate?

Work Location: In person