Operating Room X-Ray Technologist

University Orthopedics; Easton Center (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University Orthopedics seeks an X-Ray Technologist for an OR-dedicated assignment at our East Bay Surgery Center. This full-time role involves operating the Large C-arm in a sterile OR, and obtaining high-quality images for orthopedic procedures.

You will prepare patients, identify anatomy and protocols, log completed radiologic procedures, maintain equipment, and work as a team across sites in East Providence, RI and Mansfield, MA. Occasional travel to all sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Two years of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT registration or pending registration.
• CPR/BLS certification current.
• Ability to move patients and equipment safely during exams.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and body mechanics for radiology procedures.
• Basic understanding of radiology equipment and safety hazards.

Responsibilities

• Operate Large C-arm (GE 9900 Elite) in the OR and acquire high-quality radiographs.
• Identify patient, anatomy and protocol for each exam and document results.
• Prepare patients and maintain sterile field during procedures.
• Log and schedule completed radiologic procedures in computer/site systems.
• Maintain and sanitize equipment and examination rooms; stock supplies.
• Collaborate with fellow technologists and cross-cover clinics as needed.

Skills

Team player

Patient safety

Communication

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Radiologic Technology program

ARRT certification (active or pending)

Job description

Report to: Diagnostic Imaging Operations Manager

Full Time (40 hours)

5 (8-hour days) or 4 (10-hour days)

Locations: East Providence, RI & Mansfield, MA

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

This is an OR dedicated assignment for those technologists who prefer the OR environment over clinical x-ray. Our East Bay Surgery Center is an outpatient ASC that hosts a variety of interesting and engaging OR cases and Pain Management injections. The X-ray technologist must be responsible for operating the Large C-arm (GE 9900 Elite) during the case and will be required to be able to take quality images within the confines of a sterile environment. Some of the cases that are performed in our surgery center that require the assistance of our x-ray technologists are: Anterior total hip arthroplasty, Total Shoulder Arthroplasty, Fixation cases of the Clavicle, Humerus, and Ankle. Spinal Fusions (2-3 levels), Kyphoplasty's, Spinal Cord Stimulators, and Post-Operative imaging.

The X-Ray Technologist will be working in tandem with other X-Ray Technologists to cover the needs of the department and be required to be a team player in terms of helping one another out. This could involve cross coverage in clinics. We firmly believe in a collaborative effort from our department to support each other with breaks or closing coverage.

Essential Job Functions:

• Ensure equipment is functioning properly and report any malfunctions to the lead technologist.


• Properly Identify and prepare patients for radiologic procedures and performs x-ray exams following established protocols and procedures for patient care and safety.


• Accurately select the correct patient, anatomy, and protocols to complete exam.


• Confirm, schedule and log completed radiologic procedures in computer and site schedules.


• Clean and maintain equipment and examination rooms at all times.


• Stocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies.


• Additional duties as assigned by the Manager to meet department needs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Two years of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology.


• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (R) (ARRT) registration or pending registration


• Current CPR/ BLS certification


• Ability to slide patients on and off X-ray stretchers to X-ray table, and push and pull objects greater than 20lbs throughout the day.


• Ability to push and pull stretchers holding patients of various weight and body habitus.


• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide basic x-ray procedures.


• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and body mechanics is necessary to safely perform x-ray exams.


• Basic knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.


• Basic understanding of computer functions necessary to perform x-ray exams.


• Ability to communicate clearly and provide routine diagnostic imaging procedures to children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients with consideration to cultural and developmental stages during the exam process.


• Ability to establish effective relationships with providers, staff, patients, and families.


• One year of customer service experience in a health care setting is preferred.


• Special consideration given for prior orthopedic clinical experience.


• Must be able to travel to all sites if/when necessary.