X-Ray Technologist

Summit Health; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 64,058 - 66,813; Full time

Job summary

VillageMD is seeking an X-Ray & Medical Technologist in New Jersey to perform quality X-ray imaging and document encounters accurately in the EMR. You will support care coordination between providers, Aftercare, and radiologists while maintaining patient communication and compassionate service.

The role requires completing standard X-ray studies with efficiency, supervising and assisting with procedures, and contributing to QA and training for new hires. This is an on-site position in Bayonne.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited X-ray Technologist program.
• 4-6 months experience as a X-ray Technologist.
• Explain, process, and position patient for X-ray and determine needs under physician supervision.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Functional knowledge of computer systems and ability to document properly.

Responsibilities

• Perform common X-ray studies (chest, extremities, spinal, abdomen) within target times.
• Capture high-quality images following protocol and document encounters in EMR.
• Coordinate with care teams and radiologists; facilitate additional tests or referrals.
• Assist physicians with procedures within Scribe scope; communicate with patients, pharmacies, and physicians.
• Maintain QA logs, manage supplies, and participate in training new hires.

Skills

X-ray imaging

EMR documentation

Patient communication

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Bilingual

Problem solving

Education

Graduation from an accredited X-ray Technologist program

Tools

EMR software

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients’ homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

The X-Ray & Medical Technologist is responsible for:

• Being able to take good quality X-ray images following CityMD X-ray protocol in an efficient and accurate manner

• Capturing accurate and detailed documentation of the encounter into the EMR in a timely manner

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

(including the duties and responsibilities as stated in the CityMD Scope of Practice for Radiology Technologist and Scribes)

• Performing the more common X-ray studies in a reasonable amount of time as suggested below:

• Chest X-ray: 3 minutes

• Extremity X-ray: 3-5 minutes per order

• Spinal X-ray: 4-6 minutes

• Abdomen X-ray: 4-6 minutes

• Using all internal X-ray and care coordination software in order to properly document and communicate X-ray studies performed between the provider, Aftercare and radiologists reading the X-rays

• Being able to fully document in the EMR on multiple patients per hour

• Facilitating any necessary diagnostic tests (e.g., CT, MRI, ultrasounds, etc.) and referrals to medical specialists for follow-up care via Aftercare

• Assisting the physician with medical procedures within the Scribe scope of practice, which may include but is not limited to: EKG, procedure set ups, etc.

• Communicating with patients, pharmacies, and physicians over the phone under physician guidance

• Assisting the licensed practitioner, under the direct and personal supervision of the licensed practitioner, with CLIA waived tests for which training has been provided as well as EKGs, external laboratory specimens, providing a second set of hands for maintaining limb position for sling assistance

• Keeping track of materials needed to copy images to a CD for patients and inform Medical Assistant or Site Manager prior to depletion of supplies

• Keeping an accurate and up-to-date QA log book including pregnancy form and daily check off list

• Having a knowledge of people to call in case of equipment failure or software issues

• Providing compassionate care to our patients

• Assisting Medical Assistants with facility stocking when needed

• Assisting with training and acclimation of new hire X-ray techs and scribes

Qualifications

• If Internal Candidate – must be in good performance and company policy standing

• Graduation from an accredited X-ray Technologist program

• 4-6 months experience as a X-ray Technologist

• Explain, process, and position patient for X-ray; adjusting restriction devices; moving and adjusting equipment to set exposure factors. Determine patient’s X-ray needs by reading instructions from physician. Perform basic general X-rays of the chest, hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, knee, foot, or ankle under supervision of physician. Use beam restricting devices and patient shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patient and staff. Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

• High attention to detail & ability to work independently

• Strong organizational, problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills required

• Have functional and practical knowledge of various computer systems

• Happy and positive thinking, able to project this attitude around others

• Must exhibit passion for outstanding results and compassion for those we work with and serve

• Excellent communication and bedside manner

• Passion for helping others in an urgent care environment

• Bilingual language skills required or preferred based on site location.

Physical Requirements

The job may require lifting light to moderate amounts of weight (e.g., boxes of medical or facility supplies). Heavy computer use required.

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Pay Range: $46.50 - $48.50 per hour

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Companyprovides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.