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Fast Pace Health

X-Ray Technologist

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

About the Job

Requirements

  • A current ARRT license as a Registered Technologist, or a state license as a Registered Technologist or Limited Scope Technologist, must be active, in good standing, and verifiable with the appropriate regulatory agency.
  • TB and IV certifications must be obtained within 60 days of employment and maintained during employment when applicable in the state.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 1, a high school diploma or equivalent and a current CPR license are required, and/or at least one year of experience as a certified RT(R) or limited-scope X-ray technician is preferred in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 2, a Certified RTR credential and current CPR license are required, along with more than one year and fewer than three years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR.
  • Ancillary full-scope RTR positions require a Certified RTR credential, current CPR license, and more than one year and fewer than three years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR; the position is evaluated for Level 3 after six months of full-time employment.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 3, a Certified RTR credential and current CPR license are required, along with more than three years and fewer than seven years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR; additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 4, a Certified RTR credential and current CPR license are required, along with more than seven years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR; additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 5, a Certified RTR credential and current CPR license are required, along with more than seven years of direct patient-care experience as an RTR.
  • For LSRT X-ray in states where state LSRT licensure is the minimum, Level 1 requires a high school diploma or equivalent and current CPR license, and/or at least one year of experience as a certified Limited Scope technologist is preferred in a clinic setting, preferably urgent care.
  • For LSRT X-ray Level 2, a Certified Limited Scope credential and current CPR license are required, along with more than one year and fewer than three years of direct patient-care experience as a Limited Scope technologist.
  • Ancillary Limited Scope positions require a Certified Limited Scope credential, current CPR license, and more than one year and fewer than three years of direct patient-care experience; the position is evaluated for Level 3 after six months of full-time employment.
  • For LSRT X-ray Level 3, a Certified Limited Scope credential and current CPR license are required, along with more than three years and fewer than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a Limited Scope technologist; additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For LSRT X-ray Level 4, a Certified Limited Scope credential and current CPR license are required, along with more than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a Limited Scope X-ray technologist; additional training in bracing and specific fitting is required.
  • For LSRT X-ray Level 5, a Certified Limited Scope credential and current CPR license are required, along with more than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a Limited Scope X-ray technologist.
  • 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 for patient care under the direct supervision of a Provider, Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant, and respond promptly and accurately to changes in patient condition or treatment response.
  • Provide customer service to internal and external customers and communicate effectively with team members.
  • Fulfill the responsibilities of the Nurse/Clinical Tech and Patient Care Specialist positions, and adhere to company policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and track X-ray orders to ensure timely completion and submission.
  • Assist patients with proper positioning during examinations to ensure diagnostic image quality.
  • Conduct activities 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 overread.
  • Correctly label the laterality of all images using an initialed lead marker.
  • Confirm removable artifacts are absent from the requested anatomy and use the appropriate technique (“S” number) for the examination; document a solid explanation in the history for any artifacts that remain because the patient refused or could not remove them.
  • Address minor X-ray machine maintenance issues and consult the nurse coordinator, or the Clinic Director in their absence, before making outsourcing calls.
  • Monitor cassettes and other X-ray room equipment for wear or malfunction and report problems promptly to the Imaging Director; clean cassettes, chest bucky, and exam table after each use to prevent cross-contamination.
  • Maintain and distribute pregnancy waiver forms when applicable.
  • Triage patients by checking and recording vital signs, collecting and recording pertinent clinical history, and entering other information needed for proper charting in the EMS.
  • When applicable in the state and when not performing a radiographic examination, perform blood draws, give injections, administer oral medications, and perform other basic nursing tasks.
  • 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 compliance training.
  • Welcome new employees on their first day, facilitate introductions and clinic tours, and provide an overview of clinic processes.
  • Assist new employees with learning activities and required training, including job shadowing, demonstrations, and coaching.
  • Maintain positive and cordial working relationships with employees and clients and communicate in ways that support a positive work environment.
  • Perform the physical, sensory, cognitive, and environmental functions required by 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, apply ortho-glass techniques for splinting or casting, stabilize patients with fractures before they leave when applicable in the 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

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

About the Company

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

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