X-ray Technician

Job description

We are looking to employ a dedicated and skilled X-ray technician to take quality x-rays of patients’ bones, soft tissues, or organs as instructed by patients' physicians. The X-ray technician's responsibilities include monitoring radiology supplies, attending mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, and ensuring that the x-ray machines are set at the correct radiation levels. You should also ensure that all x-ray rooms are clean and tidy at all times.

• Perform all diagnostic x-rays
• Work closely with providers and staff to ensure quality care for all patients
• Will also help out at the front desk to register patients when not performing X-Ray Tech duties.
• Will reschedule patients, that are unable to make it to their appointments
• Assist in patient care to ensure speedy patient flow
• Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures.
• Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders.
• Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
• Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.
• Limiting patients' exposure to radiation by placing lead shields on patients where needed.
• Ensuring that the x-rays taken are of sound quality to prevent repeat procedures.
• Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.
• Maintaining an accurate record of completed x-ray procedures.
• These are some of the job duties but are not limited to only these duties.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program for Radiographers
• Understanding of the concepts HIPAA and OSHA regulations
• NCT, LMRT

Pay depending on experience.

Jobs are in Dallas Fort Worth area.