X-Ray Technician - Precision Imaging & Patient Care

AdventHealth; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

AdventHealth Ocala is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to prepare patients for radiologic procedures, perform x-rays, and protect patients and staff from radiation hazards. You will adjust controls, position patients, process films, maintain records, and ensure timely reports to physicians while upholding infection control and safety standards.

Required: Associate degree in radiologic technology (preferred), BLS/CPR and Basic X-Ray Machine Operator certifications; ability to float to FHMG

Qualifications

• Associate degree in radiologic technology preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification required.
• Basic X-Ray Machine Operator (BMO) certification required.
• Willingness to float to other FHMG practices when needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures and protects patient, self and other staff from radiation hazards.
• Takes x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area.
• Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis.
• Adjusts/sets radiographic controls.
• Positions patients and takes x-rays of specific parts of the patient's body as requested by physician.
• Processes film and checks x-rays for clarity of image and retaking when needed.
• Maintains x-ray film files in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Ensures that reports and/or films are available for the physician in a timely manner.
• Maintains required records including patient records, daily logbooks and monthly reports.
• Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure x-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules and company policies.

Skills

X-ray operation

English proficiency

Floating to sites

Education

Associate degree in radiologic technology

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

AdventHealth Ocala is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to prepare patients for radiologic procedures, perform x-rays, and protect patients and staff from radiation hazards. You will adjust controls, position patients, process films, maintain records, and ensure timely reports to physicians while upholding infection control and safety standards.

Required: Associate degree in radiologic technology (preferred), BLS/CPR and Basic X-Ray Machine Operator certifications; ability to float to FHMG