Radiographer

TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine in New Braunfels, TX seeks a Radiology Technologist to perform office x-rays, ensure proper technique, and maintain patient safety. You will use PACS for image handling and support physicians during procedures.

Candidates should have ARRT and GMRT certifications with 1-2 years of experience and strong communication skills to develop positive patient relationships.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• GMRT and ARRT certification.
• 1-2 years experience.
• Radiology and medical terminology required.
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop patient relationships.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Requires prolonged sitting, bending, and manual dexterity to operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Take x-rays of patients in the office.
• Perform radiology duties as prescribed by Physician/PA.
• Determine proper technique for patient condition.
• Ensure safe patient positioning during x-ray procedures.
• Respond to physician x-ray concerns.
• Coordinate time off and timekeeping with Radiology Technologist.
• Escort patients to and from exam rooms around procedures.
• Utilize PACS for image reproduction.
• Retrieve and re-file films as needed.
• Follow Texas Department of Radiation procedures.

Skills

Radiology terminology

Effective communication

Patient positioning

Education

High school diploma

GMRT certification

ARRT certification

Tools

PACS system

Job description

Description

Supervisor: Director of Clinical and Ambulatory Services

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for taking x-rays of patients in the office.
• Performs radiological duties as prescribed by Physician and/or Physician Assistant
• Determines proper technique for patient condition
• Ensures safe positioning of patient while undergoing x-ray procedure
• Responds to physician x-ray concerns
• Coordinates time off and timekeeping with Radiology Technologist responsible for payroll coordination
• Escorts patients though office from and to exam rooms before/after procedure
• Utilizes PACS system for image reproduction
• Retrieves film for physician prior to patient visits, re-files film as necessary
• Ensures Texas State Department of Radiation procedures are followed

Requirements

What You’ll Need:

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent. GMRT and ARRT certification.
• 1-2 years experience.
• Technical skills. Radiology and medical terminology required..
• Ability to communicate effectively. Must be able to develop and maintain effective relationships. Must be able to assist patients in positioning of procedures.
• Other duties to be assigned as necessary and may vary at times, as needed by your immediate supervisor or as directed by the company.
• Requires prolonged sitting, stretching, and some bending. Requires eye hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopies, telephone, and other equipment.