Radiology technician [h1.location_city]

Benefits

Compensation : $27 - $29 / hour. We offer excellent benefits including : medical, dental, vision (including dependent and domestic partner coverage), generous leave benefits including ten paid holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) retirement savings plan.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Escort patients to dressing and x-ray rooms, provide verbal and / or written instructions and assist patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety and comfort during scan.
• Operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Position radiologic equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance according to specification of examination. Take x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
• Develop and process radiologic film.
• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and team members.
• Ensure radiologic equipment remains in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to Practice Manager or supervisor.
• Perform related administrative duties including completing necessary forms, labeling films and film envelopes and maintaining procedure logs.
• Retrieve radiologic orders from and input related data into the electronic medical record.
• Maintain adequate radiologic supplies.
• Serve as a back-up for clinical team members as needed by controlling patient flow.
• Obtaining blood pressure measurements, documenting vital signs in the EMR
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Commitment to the provision of primary care services for the underserved with demonstrated ability and sensitivity in working with a variety of people from low-income populations, with diverse educational, lifestyle, ethnic and cultural origins.

Qualifications

Education and Experiences

Certification and Licensure