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VillageMD

Delivers local primary care via platform

X-Ray Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsPosted on Nov 11
Full-time$37.69 - $47.12 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Hold a New York and/or Connecticut State Radiology License and ARRT Certification; if not licensed in both states, apply for a New York or Connecticut radiology license within 30 days of hire.
  • Maintain superior diagnostic imaging in accordance with standardized procedures.
  • Demonstrate patient and people skills.
  • Maintain knowledge of human anatomy and cross-sectional anatomy, proper positioning skills, and appropriate use of protocols and scanning techniques.
  • Maintain knowledge of a variety of routine procedures and applications.
  • Maintain continuing education credits and professional licenses required by the New York State Department of Health, Bureau of Environmental Protection, and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Responsibilities

  • Follow physicians’ orders precisely and comply with radiation-use regulations to protect staff and patients from unnecessary exposure.
  • Help patients transfer to the detector or exam table and ensure adequate immobilization for radiologic examinations.
  • Verify patient identification on each study, route the study to PACS, and send required information to Virtual Radiologic when indicated.
  • Place demographic information in the reading room for interpretation.
  • Maintain a daily log of patients seen.
  • Operate radiologic and fluoroscopy (C-arm) equipment to produce diagnostic-quality images.
  • Obtain essential information from patients, medical records, and prior scans for clinical correlation.
  • Monitor patient reactions to treatment and changes in physical or mental status, reporting changes to the appropriate person.
  • Prepare and assist patients for radiologic procedures as requested by a physician; provide respectful patient care; educate patients about procedures; and obtain quality images using proper anatomical positioning, radiologic techniques, and protocols designed by radiologists.
  • Follow radiation-protection and universal-precaution safety procedures.
  • Perform equipment quality-control checks and report deficiencies to the appropriate personnel.
  • Process studies onto CD or film for patient requests while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
  • Maintain cleanliness of equipment and the work area.
  • Practice sterile technique and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Maintain familiarity with the locations of emergency drugs and equipment.
  • Maintain familiarity with department booking, scheduling, duplication, and PACS systems.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge through training and continuing education.
  • Promote and follow WMG policies, rules, and regulations.
  • Perform related duties as necessary or assigned.
  • Cross-train after hire to perform applicable modalities to meet department needs.

About the Company

VillageMD

Delivers local primary care via platform

Preparing a concise company summary for VillageMD.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Late Stage VC
Total funding
$491M
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
2013

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