X-Ray Technologist NCT /LMRT

Full Job Description

Summary Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of injuries and disease. In addition to x-ray tech duties, this position will also serve as a medical receptionist.
Essential Functions

• Greet patient, ensure that the patient has removed all jewelry and metal objects, is wearing the appropriate medical gown and is not pregnant.
• Prepare and position the patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of the body as requested by the physician.
• Explain procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Maintain a neat and clean working environment and ensure all supplies have been ordered and stocked.
• Process images and review for proper identification and quality control.
• Utilize both digital and non-digital diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with approved radiology techniques and all AFC/Doctors Express policies and procedures.
• Prepare images for reading by physician as well as contact any additional physicians if a second opinion is needed.
• Aid physician with prescribed patient treatments in accordance with approved standards, policies, procedures and protocol as necessary.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
• Complete forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
• Observe safety and security procedures; promote a safe and pleasant work environment.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation.
• Report potentially unsafe conditions to management.
• Regular attendance to ensure efficient clinic operations.

Marginal Functions

• Manage difficult or emotional customer situations, respond promptly to customer needs.
• Treat people with respect, inspire trust of others, work with integrity, and uphold organizational values.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
• Serve as Medical Receptionist if/when needed
• Adapt to change in work environment, manage competing demands
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, graduation from an accredited school of Radiologic Sciences and Limited Medical Radiology Technician (LMRT) license in Texas.
• Previous medical clerical experience preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge, e.g., Microsoft Office.
• Accuracy and detail orientation.
• Positive customer service skills.

Physical Demands required for this position include: the ability to speak clearly, close vision, the ability to stand for extended periods, the ability to reach and bend, periodic lifting and moving of items of no more than ten (10) pounds, and walking.
Work Environment while performing the duties of this job are working in an indoor healthcare environment, working with a moderate noise level, working with a potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and diseases with a requirement to wear appropriate PPE, (ie. gloves, masks, etc.)
Benefits (available for full-time employees ONLY)

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Life/AD&D
• STD
• LTD
• Health insurance