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Fast Pace Health

X-Ray Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeBristol, TN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Current, active, verifiable ARRT Registered Technologist license or state license for Registered Technologists or Limited Scope, as applicable.
  • TB and IV certification must be obtained within 60 days of employment and maintained during employment if applicable in the state.
  • A current CPR license is required for the stated role levels.
  • Level 1 full-scope X-Ray requires a high school diploma or equivalent and/or at least 1 year of experience as a certified RT(R) or limited-scope X-ray technician; the experience is preferred in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care.
  • Level 2 full-scope X-Ray requires Certified RTR status and over 1 year but less than 3 years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR.
  • Ancillary full-scope RTR requires certification, a current CPR license, and over 1 year but less than 3 years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR; these positions are evaluated for Level 3 after 6 months of full-time employment.
  • Level 3 full-scope X-Ray requires Certified RTR status, a current CPR license, and over 3 years but less than 7 years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR. Additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • Level 4 full-scope X-Ray requires Certified RTR status, a current CPR license, and over 7 years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR. Additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • Level 1 Limited Scope X-Ray requires a high school diploma or equivalent and/or at least 1 year of experience as a certified Limited Scope technician; the experience is preferred in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care.
  • Level 2 Limited Scope X-Ray requires Certified Limited Scope status, a current CPR license, and over 1 year but less than 3 years of direct patient-care experience as a Limited Scope technician.
  • Ancillary Limited Scope requires certification, a current CPR license, and over 1 year but less than 3 years of direct patient-care experience as a Limited Scope technician; these positions are evaluated for Level 3 after 6 months of full-time employment.
  • Level 3 Limited Scope X-Ray requires Certified Limited Scope status, a current CPR license, and over 3 years but less than 7 years of direct patient-care experience as a Limited Scope technician. Additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • Level 4 Limited Scope X-Ray requires Certified Limited Scope status, a current CPR license, and over 7 years of direct patient-care experience in limited-scope X-ray. Additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • Applicants must be from a state other than California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, and the District of Columbia.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical and administrative support for effective patient care under the direct supervision of a provider, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.
  • Provide patient service and respond accurately to changes in a patient's condition or response to treatment.
  • Fulfill the responsibilities of the Nurse/Clinical Tech and Patient Care Specialist positions as applicable.
  • Support the team and follow company policies and procedures, including monitoring and tracking X-ray orders for timely completion and submission.
  • Position patients correctly during examinations to ensure diagnostic-quality imaging.
  • Conduct work consistently with department expectations and comply with federal and state regulations, including health information management requirements such as HIPAA.
  • Review examination images for an initial provider read and send final images to the radiology group for an overread.
  • Correctly label image laterality using an initialed lead marker.
  • Check that removable artifacts are absent from the requested anatomy and use the appropriate technique (S-number) for each examination; document in the history a clear explanation for artifacts that remain because a patient refuses or is unable to remove them.
  • Address minor machine-maintenance issues and consult the nurse coordinator, or the Clinic Director in their absence, before calling an outside service.
  • Monitor X-ray-room cassettes and equipment for wear or malfunction, report problems to the Imaging Director, and clean cassettes, chest bucky, and examination 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 pertinent clinical history, and entering other information needed for accurate charting in the EMS.
  • When not directly performing a radiographic examination, perform blood draws, give injections, administer oral medications, and perform other basic nursing tasks if applicable in the state.
  • Read and monitor 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 clinic 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 cordial and constructive working relationships with employees and clients and contribute to a positive work atmosphere.
  • Perform the physical, sensory, cognitive, and environmental functions required by the position and comply with company operating standards and core values.
  • For Level 3 and Level 4 roles, manage increased X-ray volume of 12 or more patients per day, apply ortho-glass techniques for splinting or casting, stabilize patients with fractures before they leave when applicable by state, and conduct ultrasound procedures.
  • For Level 5 roles, perform administrative duties including scheduling, ordering, training, and other duties assigned by the Clinic or Regional Director.

Desired Qualifications

  • For Level 1 full-scope X-Ray, at least 1 year of experience as a certified RT(R) or limited-scope X-ray technician in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care.
  • For Level 1 Limited Scope X-Ray, at least 1 year of experience as a certified Limited Scope technician in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care.

About the Company

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

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