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Fast Pace Health

X-Ray Technologist

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

About the Job

Requirements

  • A current, active, verifiable ARRT Registered Technologist license or applicable state license for registered technologists or limited-scope x-ray technicians is required.
  • TB and IV certifications must be obtained within 60 days of employment and maintained during employment where applicable by state.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 1, a high school diploma or equivalent and current CPR license are required; at least one year of experience as a certified registered technologist or limited-scope X-ray technician in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care, is preferred.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 2, certification as an RTR, a current CPR license, and over one year but less than three years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR are required.
  • For ancillary full-scope RTR positions, certification as an RTR, a current CPR license, and over one year but less than three years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR are required; level 3 evaluation occurs after six months of full-time employment.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 3, certification as an RTR, a current CPR license, and over three years but less than seven years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR are required. Additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 4, certification as an RTR, a current CPR license, and over seven years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR are required. Additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 5, certification as an RTR, a current CPR license, and over seven years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR are required.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 1, a high school diploma or equivalent and current CPR license are required; at least one year of experience as a certified limited-scope technician in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care, is preferred.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 2, limited-scope certification, a current CPR license, and over one year but less than three years of direct patient-care experience as a limited-scope technician are required.
  • For ancillary limited-scope positions, limited-scope certification, a current CPR license, and over one year but less than three years of direct patient-care experience as a limited-scope technician are required; level 3 evaluation occurs after six months of full-time employment.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 3, limited-scope certification, a current CPR license, and over three years but less than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a limited-scope technician are required. Additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 4, limited-scope certification, a current CPR license, and over seven years of direct patient-care experience as a limited-scope X-ray technician are required. Additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 5, limited-scope certification, a current CPR license, and over seven years of direct patient-care experience as a limited-scope X-ray technician are required.
  • Applicants must be from an eligible state; California, Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, and the District of Columbia are excluded.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical and administrative support for the care team and follow company policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and track X-ray orders to ensure timely completion and submission.
  • Position patients appropriately during exams to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
  • Comply with federal and state regulations and health information management requirements, including HIPAA.
  • Review exam images for the provider’s initial read and send final images to the radiology group for overread.
  • Correctly label image laterality using an initialed lead marker.
  • Confirm removable artifacts are absent from the requested anatomy and use the proper technique (“S” number) for each exam; document in the patient history when an artifact remains because the patient directly refused or was unable to remove it.
  • Address minor machine maintenance issues and consult the nurse coordinator, or the Clinic Director in their absence, before contacting outside service providers.
  • Monitor X-ray room cassettes and equipment for wear or malfunction and promptly report issues to the Imaging Director; clean cassettes, the 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 documenting other information needed in the electronic medical system.
  • When not directly performing a radiographic exam, perform blood draws, administer injections and oral medications, and perform other basic nursing tasks where applicable by state.
  • Monitor and read the X-ray badge monthly, wear radiation monitors whenever in the X-ray room, and maintain required reporting.
  • Complete mandatory company compliance training.
  • Welcome new employees on their first day, facilitate introductions and clinic tours, and explain clinic processes.
  • Assist new employees with learning activities and required training, including job shadowing, demonstrations, and coaching.
  • Maintain friendly and cordial relations with employees and clients, build credibility with employees, and communicate in ways that support positive working relationships.
  • Perform the physical, sensory, cognitive, and environmental functions specified for the position and comply with company operating standards and core values.
  • At Levels 3 and 4, handle an increased X-ray volume of 12 or more patients per day, use ortho-glass techniques for splinting or casting, stabilize fracture patients before they leave when applicable by state, and conduct ultrasound procedures.
  • At Level 5, perform administrative duties such as scheduling, ordering, training, and other duties assigned by the Clinic or Regional Director.

Desired Qualifications

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