Xray Tech, Rad Tech

The X-Ray Technician / Radiology Technician performs diagnosticprocedures and activities to create detailed diagnostic images that aid in thediagnosis and treatment of medical conditions. The X-Ray Technician / Radiology Technician collaborates with members ofthe radiology and health care team to promote total patient care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs all radiologic procedures which are offered by thedepartment, following exam protocols on neonatal, pediatric, adult andgeriatric patients
• Completes paperwork and computer related duties
• Assists radiologists, staff physicians, nursing, andhospital personnel with radiological services
• Maintains department facilities, equipment, and materials ina condition to promote efficiency, health, comfort, and safety of patients andstaff
• Checks and maintains equipment, supplies and accessories ona regular daily basis and per facility protocol
• Keeps supplies current, clean and replenished
• Processes film, evaluates for technical quality and accuratepatient identification and side labeling
• Greets patients, verifies patient identification andphysician orders
• Obtains, correlates and documents clinical history, prior tothe start of examination
• Transports patients and informs nursing units of patients’departure and arrival
• Holds medical and other sensitive information in confidence
• Knowledge of radiation safety measures and protection tocomply with government regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or its equivalent certification.
• Completion of an accredited radiological technology program,community-based college, or hospital-based program if required bystate/contract
• State license or certificate where required
• Current ARRT certificate preferred
• Full command, verbal and written, of the English language
• Prefer one-year relevant experience as a radiologytechnician
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice 
• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site 
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements  
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required  
• Computer proficiency required 
• Must be at least 18 years of age