X-Ray Technologist

American Family Care; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading urgent care provider is seeking an X-Ray Technologist in Huntersville, North Carolina. You'll perform diagnostic imaging procedures to support physicians in diagnosing injuries and diseases. Responsibilities include patient interaction, positioning for imaging, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering high-quality patient care in a state-of-the-art facility.

Qualifications

• Experience with radiographic procedures.
• Compassionate patient interaction skills.
• Knowledge of ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) techniques.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and explain procedures.
• Position patients for imaging procedures.
• Process and verify image quality before physician review.
• Utilize appropriate diagnostic imaging equipment.

Skills

Radiographic imaging

Patient interaction

ALARA techniques

Tools

Digital imaging equipment

Non-digital imaging equipment

Job description

Position Overview

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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. American Family Care has pioneered the concept of convenient, patient-centric healthcare. Today, with more than 250 clinics and 800 in-network physicians caring for over 6 million patients a year, AFC is the nation's leading provider of urgent care, accessible primary care, and occupational medicine.

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