X-Ray Technologist

American Family Care, Inc.; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Flexible scheduling

Dental insurance

Retirement benefits

Great small business work environment

Also, additional perks!

Job summary

American Family Care is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic and diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing injuries and diseases. You will also help with patient registration and medical assisting duties as needed.

You will greet patients, position them for procedures, practice ALARA radiation protection, process images for physician reading, and support imaging workflows across digital and non-digital equipment.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• ARRT-registered or board eligible preferred; state licensing required.
• In some states, Medical Assistant Certification or registry, Practical Nursing License, EMT or Paramedic certification is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and explain procedures.
• Position patients appropriately for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Practice ALARA radiation protection techniques.
• Process images and prepare for physician reading; assist radiologist overreads.
• Operate digital and non-digital imaging equipment in compliance with policies.
• Aid provider with prescribed patient treatments as necessary.
• Complete forms and maintain records of work performed.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Patient communication

ALARA safety

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

Tools

Imaging equipment

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary

Benefits/Perks

• Flexible scheduling
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Great small business work environment
• Also, additional perks!

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 maintains 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.