MA/Limited Xray

Carbon Health Technologies Inc; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbon Health seeks a Limited X-ray Technologist to join our imaging-focused hub clinics. Working under a state-limited license, you will perform diagnostic X-ray exams such as chest and extremities under provider orders.

You will ensure image quality, follow ALARA safety, and maintain patient records in the EHR, while supporting patient flow and collaborating with the clinical team. Travel to nearby Carbon Health locations may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current state limited-scope license/limited-permit X-ray license required (scope varies by state).
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Experience in urgent care, ED, or outpatient imaging preferred.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced walk-in care environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic X-ray exams within the scope permitted by your state limited license (e.g., chest, extremities).
• Refer any exam outside licensed scope to a Full X-ray Technologist.
• Follow radiation safety protocols and ALARA principles.
• Maintain and calibrate X-ray equipment; report malfunctions promptly.
• Ensure images meet quality standards and are submitted for interpretation.
• Maintain accurate patient records in the EHR.
• Support patient flow and assist the clinical team with rooming, vitals, point of care testing, procedures, and blood draws.
• Cover front desk duties as needed (check-in, check-out, phones).
• Be available to travel to other Carbon Health locations within a reasonable distance.

Skills

Urgent care experience

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

• Carbon Health is looking for a Limited X-ray Technologist to join the clinical team at one of our imaging-equipped hub clinics. Working under a state limited-scope license, you'll perform permitted diagnostic X-ray exams (such as chest and extremities, per your state's scope) as part of same-day urgent care.

What you'll do

• Perform diagnostic X-ray exams within the scope permitted by your state limited license (e.g., chest, extremities), per provider order, positioning patients correctly for quality images
• Refer any exam outside your licensed scope to a Full X-ray Technologist
• Follow radiation safety protocols and ALARA principles to protect patients and staff
• Maintain and calibrate X-ray equipment; report malfunctions promptly
• Ensure images meet quality standards before submission for interpretation
• Maintain accurate patient records and imaging documentation in the EHR
• Support patient flow and assist the clinical team with rooming patients, vitals, point of care testing, procedures, blood draws and other clinical duties.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and regulatory compliance protocols, including state/federal radiation licensing requirements
• Cover front desk duties as needed, including check-in, check-out, and phones and additional front office duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by clinic leadership.
• Be available to travel to other Carbon Health locations within a reasonable distance, as business needs require.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Current state limited-scope/limited-permit X-ray license required (scope and exam vary by state - confirm requirements for the posting state)
• Medical Assistant certification (preferred)
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Experience in urgent care, ED, or outpatient imaging preferred
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, walk-in care environment

As a physician-founded and led organization, ensuring everyone has access to quality healthcare is what inspires us. The magic we’ve created lies in Carbon Health’s custom EHR and the collaboration among clinical teams, engineers, and designers who work side-by-side to deliver innovation like our hands free AI charting tool. That’s why we hire people who genuinely care about patients, solving healthcare challenges, and making a positive impact every day. Join us and help change the future of healthcare for the better.