X-Ray Technologist

American Family Care Norwood; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Flexible scheduling

Dental insurance

Retirement benefits

Small business environment

Job summary

American Family Care in Norwood is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic and diagnostic imaging procedures to aid physicians in diagnosing injuries and disease.

You will assist with patient registration and medical assisting tasks, while maintaining radiation safety and quality control. The role combines clinical procedures with patient-friendly reception duties at AFC centers.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and explain procedures with compassion.
• Position patients for diagnostic imaging.
• Practice ALARA radiation protection techniques.
• Process images and prepare for physician reading.
• Operate digital and non-digital imaging equipment per policies.
• Assist with prescribed patient treatments as needed.
• Maintain forms, records, logs, and reports.

Skills

Radiology procedures

ALARA safety

Patient registration

Medical assisting

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

ARRT-registered or board eligible

Licensed per state regulation

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.