X-Ray Technologist

Summit Health Management; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

VillageMD is seeking an X-Ray & Medical Technologist for our New Jersey site. The role requires performing quality X-ray imaging, documenting encounters in the EMR, and coordinating with Aftercare and radiologists for follow-up care.

You will support physicians with EKGs, assist with procedures, and ensure accurate patient communication in a fast-paced urgent care environment. Bilingual skills are preferred depending on site location.

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; 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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Document encounters into the EMR accurately and promptly
• Assist with diagnostic tests and referrals per Aftercare
• Support physicians with procedures and EKGs as needed

Skills

X-ray imaging

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Bilingual

Education

X-ray Technologist program

Tools

EMR software

Care coordination 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.

X-Ray & Medical Technologist

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

• 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

• 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.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $45.00 - $47.00 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

Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Company provides 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.