Diagnostic X-Ray Technologist: Patient-Focused Imaging

The Indian Health Service; South Valley (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Indian Health Service is seeking an X-Ray Technologist to perform routine to complex radiographic examinations using fixed and portable imaging systems. You will position patients, adjust exposure factors, and ensure high-quality images while prioritizing radiation safety and patient care.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining radiographic equipment, reporting issues, and keeping accurate radiology records.

Qualifications

• Accredited radiologic technology program completion and current certification/registration.
• Specialized knowledge of diagnostic radiographic procedures and patient safety protocols.
• Understanding of radiology information systems and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine to complex diagnostic radiographic examinations with fixed and portable equipment.
• Positions patients and adjusts factors to obtain high-quality images.
• Ensures radiation safety by explaining procedures and monitoring patient status during exams.
• Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots radiographic equipment and reports malfunctions.
• Maintains radiology records and participates in infection control and QA activities.

Skills

Radiologic equipment operation

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Records maintenance

Equipment troubleshooting

Infection control

Quality assurance

Education

Radiologic technology education program

Radiographer certification/registration

Job description

The Indian Health Service is seeking an X-Ray Technologist to perform routine to complex radiographic examinations using fixed and portable imaging systems. You will position patients, adjust exposure factors, and ensure high-quality images while prioritizing radiation safety and patient care.

Responsibilities include operating and maintaining radiographic equipment, reporting issues, and keeping accurate radiology records.