X-Ray Technologist

American Family Care; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 49,593 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefit

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A prominent urgent care provider in East Hanover, NJ is seeking an X-Ray Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures and assist with clinical and administrative needs. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's degree or equivalent, preferably with ARRT registration. Responsibilities include patient interaction, assuring quality imaging standards, and routine equipment maintenance. Offering competitive pay and a supportive work environment with benefits including health and dental insurance, flexible scheduling, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Preferred ARRT registration or board eligibility.
• Licensed per state regulation.

Responsibilities

• Greet and explain procedures to patients.
• Position patients for diagnostic imaging.
• Practice radiation protection techniques.
• Process and review imaging for quality control.
• Assist provider with prescribed patient treatments.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain records and reports of work performed.
• Serve as Medical Receptionist or Medical Assistant as needed.

Skills

Radiographic procedures

Patient interaction

ALARA radiation protection techniques

Medical assisting duties

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

ARRT registration preferred

Tools

Digital imaging equipment

Non-digital imaging equipment

Job description

X-Ray Technologist

American Family Care is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis.

Company Overview

American Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers’ compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability. AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF). This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises.

Job Summary

Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing injuries and disease. Assist with administrative and clinical needs as appropriate, such as patient registration and medical assisting duties.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and explain procedures to patients in a compassionate manner
• Position patients appropriately for diagnostic imaging procedures
• Practice ALARA radiation protection techniques
• Process images, review for proper identification and quality control and prepare images for reading by a physician as well as radiologist overreads
• Utilize both digital and non-digital diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with approved radiology techniques and all policies and procedures
• Aid provider with prescribed patient treatments in accordance with approved standards, policies, procedures, and protocol as necessary.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed
• Complete forms and maintain records, logs, and reports of work performed
• Serve as Medical Receptionist and/or Medical Assistant if/when needed within appropriate guidelines
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or six months to one-year related experience and/or training. ARRT-registered or board eligible preferred. Licensed per state regulation. In some states, Medical Assistant Certification or registry, Practical Nursing License, EMT or Paramedic certification is acceptable.

Compensation: $36.00 - $37.00 per hour

Benefits/Perks

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement benefit
• Great small business work environment
• Flexible scheduling

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Medical Practices