X-Ray Technician

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist or Physician,the x-ray technician prepares patients and produces high quality diagnostic radiologic imaging of the skeletal system and surrounding tissues as ordered by the Physician or Physical Therapist. The X-Ray Technician must ensure safety techniques and standards are used in order to protect the patient(s), co-worker(s), and self from unnecessary radiation exposure. This individual will also take basic medical histories, as necessary and perform scheduled equipment maintenance and repairs.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing 90%.
• Sitting 10%.
• Medical, office setting.
• Minimum moving requirements of 50 pounds in order to assist young patients with equipment use and in mobility functions.
• Frequent bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, bending, crouching, kneeling, and position changes in order to examine and service patients.
• Exceptional hand eye coordination and control in order to operate equipment and adjust for patient size and location to be x-rayed.
• Frequent patient and interoffice personnel interaction as this position is primarily in direct contact with and requires excellent customer interaction and ability to focus on the care and interaction with young patients from birth to teenage.
• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer) as required for setting up, calibrating, and guiding patient use of physical therapy equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take basic medical histories as applied to the needs of the ordered procedure.
• Position and adjust patients and equipment in order to provide quality imaging radiographs as ordered by the doctor.
• Ensure safety standards of radiographic practice.
• Meet or exceed patient satisfaction goals within practice.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of radiograph area.
• Must always represent the practice in a professional, pleasant, and cooperative manner.
• Maintain regular attendance and adhere to assigned work schedule and office policies.
• Must be able to comfortably and efficiently handle multiple deadlines and task assignments.
• Must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in team settings.
• Occasionally there may be some travel, by car or plane, required in order to participate in continuing education or seminars.
• Other duties and tasks, as assigned periodically.

REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge and understanding of chiropractic philosophy, and basic anatomy.
• Always maintain the highest level of confidentiality to HIPAA standards.
• Adhere to strict safety guidelines and procedures to OSHA, equipment use, and office standards.
• Must be flexible and understand that job duties may change from time to time and that this individual may be asked to assist in other areas of the office.
• Must demonstrate active listening by giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Must demonstrate good reading comprehension by understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills by talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance and calibration on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
• Team-player Mindset – The ability to keep a positive attitude and make the best choices for the Practice.
• Ability to establish rapport with and instill confidence in young patients who may be especially fearful.
• An interest and passion for healing practices and a mature attitude towards the human body.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Graduate of accredited school of medical x-ray technology and state certification, as required.

· Minimum two years of experience as an x-ray technician.

Pay: $30.00 - $43.00 per hour

Work Location: In person