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Fast Pace Health

X-Ray Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeSulphur, LA, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Hold an active, good-standing, verifiable ARRT registration, state registered-technologist license, or limited-scope x-ray license, as applicable.
  • Obtain TB and IV certification within 60 days of employment and maintain them during employment, if applicable in the state.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 1, have a high school diploma or equivalent and a current CPR license; at least one year of experience as a certified registered technologist or limited-scope X-ray technologist is preferred, preferably in a clinic or urgent-care setting.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 2, be a certified registered technologist with a current CPR license and more than one but fewer than three years of direct patient-care experience as a registered technologist.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 3, be a certified registered technologist with a current CPR license and more than three but fewer than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a registered technologist; have additional training in bracing and specific fitting.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 4, be a certified registered technologist with a current CPR license and more than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a registered technologist; have additional training in bracing and specific fitting.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 5, be a certified registered technologist with a current CPR license and more than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a registered technologist.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 1, have a high school diploma or equivalent and a current CPR license; at least one year of experience as a certified limited-scope technologist is preferred, preferably in a clinic or urgent-care setting.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 2, be a certified limited-scope technologist with a current CPR license and more than one but fewer than three years of direct patient-care experience as a limited-scope technologist.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 3, be a certified limited-scope technologist with a current CPR license and more than three but fewer than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a limited-scope technologist; have additional training in bracing and specific fitting.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 4, be a certified limited-scope technologist with a current CPR license and more than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a limited-scope X-ray technologist; have additional training in bracing and specific fitting.
  • For limited-scope X-ray Level 5, be a certified limited-scope technologist with a current CPR license and more than seven years of direct patient-care experience as a limited-scope X-ray technologist.
  • For full-scope X-ray Levels 3 and 4 and limited-scope X-ray Levels 3 and 4, be able to perform additional bracing and fitting duties and ultrasound procedures.
  • For full-scope X-ray Level 5 and limited-scope X-ray Level 5, meet the stated certification, CPR, and experience requirements for Level 5.
  • For ancillary registered-technologist or limited-scope roles, have a current CPR license and more than one but fewer than three years of direct patient-care experience in the relevant scope; ancillary employees are evaluated for Level 3 after six months of full-time employment.
  • For limited-scope roles, state licensure as a limited-scope X-ray technologist must be required as the minimum in the applicable state.

Responsibilities

  • Provide clinical and administrative support for the clinical team and follow company policies and procedures.
  • Monitor and track X-ray orders so they are completed and submitted in a timely manner.
  • Position patients properly during exams to ensure diagnostic-quality images.
  • Perform work consistently with department expectations and comply with federal and state regulations, including health information management requirements such as HIPAA.
  • Review exam images for the provider's initial read and send final images to the radiology group for overread.
  • Correctly label the laterality of images using an initialed lead marker.
  • Check for removable artifacts in the requested anatomy and use the appropriate technique (S number) for the exam; document in the history a clear explanation when artifacts remain because the patient refused or could not remove them.
  • Address minor machine-maintenance issues and consult the nurse coordinator, or the Clinic Director in their absence, before arranging outside service calls.
  • Monitor X-ray cassettes and other room 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 taking and recording vital signs, collecting and recording relevant clinical history and other information needed for charting in the EMS, and, when applicable and not performing a radiographic exam, draw blood, 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 clinic day, introduce them to team members, give clinic tours, and review 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, and communicate in a manner that supports 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 in applicable full- and limited-scope roles, handle an increased X-ray volume of 12 or more patients per day, perform ortho-glass splinting or casting techniques, stabilize patients with fractures before they leave when applicable, and conduct ultrasound procedures.
  • At Level 5 in applicable full- and limited-scope roles, 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 technologist 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 technologist 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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