MA/X-Ray Technologist

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance, East Tennessee; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider dedicated to enhancing patient care in orthopaedics. This role involves performing essential radiographic procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining a safe environment. You will work with a team that values collaboration and community impact, contributing to the well-being of patients across multiple locations. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive work culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others while advancing your career in a respected organization. If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to take on new challenges, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Qualifications

• ARRT certification and experience in orthopedic x-ray preferred.
• Must possess a Tennessee Medical Board X-ray Operators License.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic procedures and maintain a safe working environment.
• Gain patient cooperation by explaining procedures and answering questions.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiographic Procedures

Patient Positioning

Radiation Protection Techniques

Education

High School Diploma

Certificate or Associate/Bachelor’s Degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

C-arm

Job description

Description

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is the largest orthopaedic surgery group in Tennessee. TOA concentrates on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders and injuries of the musculoskeletal system which allow our patients to live their best life. Ninety plus years later we are advancing the practice of orthopaedic surgery throughout the state.

There are a number of reasons why TOA is an employer of choice; here are a few of them:

• Stability - TOA has been in Middle Tennessee since 1926 and has expanded to over 20+ locations across the state!
• Impact - TOA’s team members use our careers – whether in our clinics or our business office – to make a positive difference in the community by building relationships and helping patients live their best life.
• Work Environment - The TOA team focuses on fostering an excellent working environment; one of positivity, collaboration, job satisfaction, and engagement.
• Total Rewards - TOA offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Paid Time Off, and more. Our 401(k) plan provides a company match, safe harbor match and profit-sharing match to go along with your contributions.

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is the largest and most comprehensive orthopaedic surgery group in Tennessee. Our physicians include nationally and internationally renowned surgeons who provide specialized orthopaedic expertise and care. TOA offers our valued patients convenient locations spread throughout Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky.

Responsibilities:

• Perform satisfactory radio graphic procedures as requested by physicians.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and produce quality radio graphs.
• Must be able to lift patients and transport patients via wheelchair and stretcher.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanation of exams; answering patient questions.
• Prepares patient for radio graphic procedure by proper patient dressing/undressing, proper positioning, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting controls to set exposure factors.
• Minimizes radiation to patients and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposures.
• Operate the C-arm in the in-office injection suite as needed, ensuring proper setup, positioning, and imaging during fluoroscopy procedures.
• Medical Assistant duties as it applies to the location worked or shift scheduled, included but not limited to: splint application, cast application, suture removal, staple removal, monitoring voicemails, faxes, and other clerical responsibilities, scheduling appointments, following proper injection draw-up protocols, etc.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma required.
• Certificate or Associate/Bachelor’s degree in radiologic technology required.
• State of Tennessee Medical Board X-ray Operators License required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• ARRT certified.
• Prior orthopedic x-ray experience preferred.
• C-Arm experience is a plus.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able and willing to float to other TOA locations when needed.

TOA is an equal opportunity employer. TOA conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers.