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Fast Pace Health

X-Ray Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeElizabethton, TN, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Maintain an active, verifiable ARRT license or applicable state license as a registered technologist or limited-scope X-ray technologist.
  • Obtain TB and IV certification within 60 days of employment and maintain them during employment where applicable by state.
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent and current CPR license; for Level 1, at least one year of experience as a certified registered technologist or limited-scope X-ray technologist is preferred in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care.
  • For Full Scope X-Ray Level 2, hold registered technologist certification and current CPR license, with over one and less than three years of direct patient-care experience as a registered technologist.
  • For Ancillary Full Scope RTR positions, hold registered technologist certification and current CPR license, with over one and less than three years of direct patient-care experience; positions are evaluated for Level 3 after six months of full-time employment.
  • For Full Scope X-Ray Level 3, hold registered technologist certification and current CPR license, with over three and less than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a registered technologist; additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For Full Scope X-Ray Level 4, hold registered technologist certification and current CPR license, with over seven years of direct patient-care experience as a registered technologist; additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For Full Scope X-Ray Level 5, hold registered technologist certification and current CPR license, with over seven years of direct patient-care experience as a registered technologist.
  • For applicable limited-scope X-ray Level 1 roles, have a high school diploma or equivalent and current CPR license; at least one year of experience as a certified limited-scope technologist is preferred in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 2, hold limited-scope certification and current CPR license, with over one and less than three years of direct patient-care experience as a limited-scope technologist.
  • For Ancillary limited-scope positions, hold limited-scope certification and current CPR license, with over one and less than three years of direct patient-care experience; positions are evaluated for Level 3 after six months of full-time employment.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 3, hold limited-scope certification and current CPR license, with over three and less than seven years of direct patient-care experience; additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 4, hold limited-scope certification and current CPR license, with over seven years of direct patient-care experience; additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 5, hold limited-scope certification and current CPR license, with over seven years of direct patient-care experience.
  • For Level 3 and Level 4 roles, establish proficiency in ortho-glass techniques for splinting or casting and stabilize patients with fractures before they leave the clinic where applicable by state.
  • Applicants must be from states other than California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, and the District of Columbia.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical and administrative support to the team and follow company policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and track X-ray orders to ensure timely completion and submission.
  • Position patients properly during exams to ensure diagnostic image quality.
  • Conduct work consistently with department expectations and comply with federal and state regulations, guidelines, and requirements, including health information management requirements such as HIPAA.
  • Review exam images for the provider's initial reading and send final images to the radiology group for over-reading.
  • Correctly label the laterality of images using an initialed lead marker.
  • Confirm removable artifacts are absent from the requested anatomy and use the appropriate technique, including the correct “S” number; document a patient's refusal or inability to remove an artifact in the history.
  • Address minor machine-maintenance issues and consult the nurse coordinator, or Clinic Director when the coordinator is absent, before contacting outside service providers.
  • Monitor X-ray room cassettes and other equipment for wear or malfunction and promptly report issues to the Imaging Director; clean cassettes, chest bucky, and exam table after each use to prevent cross-contamination.
  • Maintain and distribute pregnancy waiver forms where applicable.
  • Triage patients by checking and recording vital signs, collecting and recording relevant clinical history, and entering information needed for proper charting in the EMS.
  • When not performing a radiographic exam and where applicable by state, perform blood draws, give injections, administer oral medications, and perform other basic nursing tasks.
  • Monitor and read the X-ray badge monthly, wear radiation monitors at all times in the X-ray room, and maintain required reporting.
  • Complete all mandatory company compliance training.
  • Welcome new employees on their first day, introduce them to team members, provide clinic tours, and explain clinic processes.
  • Assist new employees with learning activities and required training, including job shadowing, demonstrations, and coaching.
  • Maintain professional relations and confidence with employees, clients, customers, coworkers, and managers, and support a positive work atmosphere.
  • Perform the physical, sensory, cognitive, and environmental functions specified for the position and comply with company operating standards and core values.
  • For Level 3 and Level 4 roles, handle increased X-ray volume of 12 or more patients per day and conduct ultrasound procedures.
  • For Level 5 roles, perform administrative duties including scheduling, ordering, and training, along with other duties assigned by the Clinic or Regional Director.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least one year of experience as a certified registered technologist or limited-scope X-ray technologist in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care, is preferred for Level 1 roles.

About the Company

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Waynesboro, Virginia
Founded
2009

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