Radiologic Technologist

SWCHC, Inc.; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bridgeport is seeking a Radiologic Technologist responsible for performing radiology services and supporting patient well-being. The ideal candidate will have clinical experience, excellent communication skills, and be comfortable working independently. Responsibilities include taking accurate X-rays, maintaining a safe work environment, and managing patient records. Bilingual candidates are preferred. This position requires detail orientation and the ability to handle stress in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of clinical experience in a related field.
• Urgent care experience preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Experience performing standard radiographic studies on pediatric and geriatric patients.
• Experience with computed and digital radiography.

Responsibilities

• Perform all radiology services and basic clinical duties.
• Complete provider orders and accurate X-rays per regulations.
• Prepare and transmit images to radiologists.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Maintain radiology supplies inventory.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong motor skills and manual dexterity

Advanced analytical skills and attention to detail

Organizational and time-management skills

Job description

Summary

The Radiologic Technologist (X-ray technologist, X-ray tech) is responsible for performing all radiology services and other basic clinical duties as assigned. In addition, they ensure the well‑being of patients and provide a positive, supportive environment while working in conjunction with physicians, advanced practice clinicians, front office and clinical staff.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

All duties are subject to accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• Complete provider orders per state and provider regulations.
• Perform accurate X‑rays as ordered by the provider while practicing radiation safety precautions to include ALARA.
• Prepare and transmit images to the radiologist for over‑read and report over‑read results to providers.
• Retrieve and archive radiographic reports.
• Create/Burn CDs in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Perform detailed and accurate data collection during clinical intake of patients to include taking and recording vital signs and patient history.
• Assist patients as needed with walking, transfer, specimen collection, exam prep, etc.
• Complete occupational health testing including such services as urine drug screens and physicals.
• Complete patient referrals and patient callbacks daily.
• Proper, concise, and complete EMR and paper‑based documentation for all assessments and procedures.
• Other basic clinical duties as assigned such as new models of care and new types of procedures, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong motor skills and manual dexterity.
• Shifts will include evenings and weekends.
• Advanced analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in stressful situations.
• Organizational and time‑management skills.
• Follow instructions from physicians regarding which area of the patient’s body needs imaging.
• Talk the patient through the procedure and answer questions to lower their anxiety.
• Correctly position the patient, adjust the imaging equipment to the specified position.
• Prevent unnecessary radiation exposure both to themselves and to the patient.
• Follow correct techniques and procedures such as patient shielding.
• Keep good patient records.
• Maintain radiology supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating future needs and placing orders.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.

Requirements

• 1+ of clinical experience in related field.
• Urgent care experience.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Comfortable working independently without the support of another radiologic technologist.
• Experience performing all standard radiographic studies on pediatric and geriatric patients.
• Experience with computed and digital radiography.
• Experience taking patient vitals.
• Experience performing lab specimen collection.
• Experience performing point‑of‑care testing (i.e., rapid strep, rapid flu, COVID and urinalysis).
• Experience documenting in electronic medical records and PACS.