X-Ray Technician

Sea Mar Community Health Centers; White Center (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sea Mar Community Health Centers seeks a full-time X-Ray Technician for the White Center Medical Clinic in Seattle. The role involves performing x-ray procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality control. The ideal candidate will have relevant certification, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with medical staff to provide high-quality patient care.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Vision coverage

Prescription coverage

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off starting at 24 days per year plus 10 paid holidays

401(k)/Retirement options

Qualifications

• Graduated from a formal training program with certification as an x-ray technician required.
• Minimum one year of experience performing x-rays in a clinic or hospital setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine x-ray procedures aiding in provider diagnoses.
• Ensure proper functioning of all x-ray and processing equipment.
• Perform quality control on all x-rays conducted.

Skills

Attention to detail

Sociability

Ability to meet and deal with variety of employees and patients

Initiative

Education

Certification as an x-ray technician

Associate or bachelor’s degree

DOH WA State X-Ray Technician License

Job description

Sea Mar Community Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) founded in 1978, is a community-based organization committed to providing quality, comprehensive health, human, housing, educational and cultural services to diverse communities, specializing in service to Latinos in Washington State. Sea Mar proudly serves all persons without regard to race, ethnicity, immigration status, gender, or sexual orientation, and regardless of ability to pay for services. Sea Mar's network of services includes more than 90 medical, dental, and behavioral health clinics and a wide variety of nutritional, social, and educational services. We are recruiting for the following position:

Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization

Hourly Rate: $21.43

Position Summary:

Full-time X-Ray Technician position available at the Sea Mar White Center Medical Clinic located in Seattle, WA.

Perform routine x-ray procedures of patient’s bone and structure, aiding providers in their diagnosis. X-Ray Technician will operate x-ray equipment, including digital processing equipment, to photograph body parts on the patient, as requested by the provider for diagnoses and treatment. The list of films includes X-Rays of the cranium; sinuses, nasal bones and lower jaw; chest; cervical, thoracic, lumbar and sacral spine; pelvis, coccyx and hips; shoulder, collarbone, sternum and ribs; elbow, wrist, knee and ankle joints; as well as extremities. He/ She will also be involved in Quality Control, and in the training of new employees on activities related to the position, including the use of X-Ray equipment and digital film processing. He/ She will perform related administrative duties to ensure proper functioning and operation of the X-Ray and processing equipment. The X-Ray Technicians must have a good stamina to stand and perform tests for the whole day. Work closely with the providers, nursing staff and other clinic personnel to ensure the smooth running of the department and clinic at large.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Proper functioning and operation of all X-Ray and processing equipment, films, and other x-ray functions as required by the provider.
• The X-Ray Technician II shall be responsible for the correct processing and digital formatting of the X-Ray tests performed at the facility, and shall ensure safe and proper transportation and delivery to and from the facility and any outside contracted Radiology professional.
• Performs Quality Controls on all X-Rays performed at the facility.
• Conducts and maintains an updated inventory in the work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Special Demands

• Willingness to accept responsibility for activities of the x-ray facilities and equipment.
• Ability to meet and deal with a variety of employees and patients.
• Sociability, courtesy, and sympathy.
• Attention to detail a must.
• Periods of sustained concentration frequently required.
• Considerable initiative and judgment systematizing procedures and delegating responsibility.
• Observe and follow the OSHA safety and the Health Insurance Portability and
• Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA Privacy) regulations.
• Verify and retrieve order in EHR. Review requested x-ray order for all requirements: ordering provider, insurance, correct CPT Code, patient demographic, two identifiers.
• Greetings, soothing and checking on patients.
• Strictly observe safety procedures and guidelines to avoid unnecessary exposure to harmful radiation.
• Explain procedure to patients, prepare patients for the procedure and position them for the best possible outcome.
• Keep a careful eye on the patients (faint, properly positioned, etc.)
• Operate the testing equipment, develop X-ray CD and do the maintenance in accordance with the manufacturers’ instructions and Sea Mar protocol.
• Burn and prepare CD for “Radiologist pick up”.
• Document in log book keeping patient’s testing records and tracking results in daily basis.
• Follow physician’ orders precisely and conform to regulations.

Assist support personnel by continuing to work after 5:00 PM and assisting them during the day when necessary.

Education and or Experience:

• Graduated from a formal training program with a certification as an x-ray technician, an associate degree or a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• DOH WA State X-Ray Technician License is required.
• Experience: A minimum of one year experience performing x-rays in a hospital or clinic setting is desirable.

Additional Requirements:

• Pre-hire and annual employee health screening required
• Annual influenza vaccine required. Only exception is for employees with a medical or religious exemption approved by Administration. Employees with an approved medical or religious exemption must wear a mask at all time during the flu season.

What We Offer:

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization. Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement. The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of:

• Medical
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.

We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY. If you have any questions regarding the position, email Yessica Alejandre, HCA, [e-mail] .

Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Posted on 01/23/2025

External candidates considered after 01/28/2025

This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).

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