X-Ray Technologist

Akumin; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking a Radiology Technologist in Clearwater, Florida. The role involves producing high-quality diagnostic X-ray images while ensuring compliance with radiation safety regulations. Effective communication with patients and radiologists is essential, alongside potential training of new staff.

The ideal candidate will have strong customer service skills, organizational abilities, and a valid ARRT license. Join Akumin and contribute to exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• ARRT (R) and state license, if applicable required.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid state driver's license, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality diagnostic X-ray images.
• Ensure radiation safety and compliance with regulations.
• Communicate effectively with customers and radiologists.
• Assist with training of new Radiologic Technologists.

Skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Basic knowledge of computer applications

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Job description

The Radiology Technologist is responsible for producing high‑quality diagnostic digital X‑ray images with special attention to radiation/safety regulations, including proper documentation and techniques. The role requires effective communication with patients and radiologists, and may include training new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.

Responsibilities

• Produce high‑quality diagnostic X‑ray images.
• Ensure radiation safety and compliance with regulations; maintain proper documentation and techniques when working with patients and radioactive materials.
• Assess patient safety, including pre‑screening for contraindications and performing aseptic injection techniques.
• Communicate effectively with customers and radiologists.
• Assist with training of new Radiologic Technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.
• Troubleshoot the X‑ray unit and peripheral equipment (including computers, PACS, etc.).

Position Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• ARRT (R) and state license, if applicable required.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid state driver’s license, if applicable.

Additional Qualifications

• Fixed setting: Successful completion of a Radiology School; ability to work at several locations; strong customer service, organizational, and multi‑tasking skills; basic knowledge of computer applications.
• Mobile setting: Minimum of one year radiography or digital X‑ray experience preferred; local travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Exposure to outside weather conditions during patient transport on a mobile unit.
• Radiation, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease exposure.
• More than 50% of the time: sit, stand, walk; repetitive hand, arm, and leg movements; ability to see, speak, and hear to communicate with patients.
• Less than 50% of the time: stoop, kneel, crawl; climb and balance; carry and lift patients for transfer or exam.

Pay Range Information

Residents living in CA, NY, Jersey City, NJ, WA, and CO can view pay range information.

EEO Statement

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability. The COVID‑19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment. All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre‑employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.