Job Information
United Musculoskeletal Partners X-Ray Technologist - PRN in Highlands Ranch, Colorado
DESCRIPTION
Position Overview
This position is responsible for operating X-Ray equipment that assists radiologists and/or physicians
with diagnosing and/or treating disease and/or injury. Participates in delivery of orthopedic care
through expertise in the operation of radiologic equipment to ensure quality diagnostic x-ray films.
Ensures smooth work and patient flow within the clinic.
Essential Functions
• Performs radiographic procedures as prescribed by a physician.
• Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
• Takes X-Rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves
setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or
treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work
area.
• Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjusts/sets radiographic controls.
Positions patients and takes X-Rays of specific parts of the patient’s body as requested by
physicians.
• Create digital radiological image. Checks X-Ray images for clarity, retaking when necessary.
• Upload and manage X-Rays.
• Maintains required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports.
• Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-Ray unit meets standards required by
laws, rules, and departmental policies.
• Complies with safety standards.
• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including
determining equipment repairs.
• Maintains radiographic supplies and orders as necessary.
• Burn images to discs when needed by patient, and/or physicians.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers through prompt response
and courteous communication.
• Assist POSC physicians in the delivery of orthopedic patient care management to assure an
excellent patient experience.
• Determines proper technique through the selection of voltage, current, and exposure time.
• Positions patients for the proper view of the affected area.
• Completes x-ray requests for proper billing
• Actively participates in the quality-assurance monitoring and recording efforts of the
department.
Other
• Assists in maintaining a neat and sanitary workplace at all times.
• Uses only equipment trained to use and operates all equipment in a safe manner.
• Anticipate ways to improve patient care and experience.
• Assists in the evaluation, development and effectiveness of systems and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS
• Must hold current state X-Ray Technology certificate or license.
• RT(R) – required.
• 1-2 years of prior orthopedic radiology experience preferred.
• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgement
• Excellent patient care and computer skills.
• Knowledge of EHR system.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, surgical procedures as well as treatment
modalities.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and OSHA requirements.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action when needed.
• Anticipate ways to improve patient care and experience.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations and
certifications.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Knowledge of X-Ray procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.
Pay information : $28.89-$37.99/hour
Company: Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center
Job Type: Contract
Address: 1060 Plaza Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO, 80129