X-Ray Technologist - Full Time

City of Lincoln; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Slocum is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to assist physicians with patient care by performing diagnostic x-rays and ensuring image quality.

You will operate within ALARA safety standards, maintain NextGen EMR records, and help patients from check-in to discharge.

The role requires ARRT registration and an Oregon license, a Fifth-year certificate or 2–4 years experience, and a commitment to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Certificate or equivalent in radiologic technology.
• ARRT registration or eligibility and Oregon license required.
• Experience with EMR systems and imaging equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic x-rays per physician orders within state and federal standards.
• Evaluates and processes images to ensure diagnostic quality.
• Applies ALARA radiation safety practices to protect patients.
• Maintains NextGen EMR patient records accurately.
• Assists patients on/off the x-ray table and positions them properly.
• Operates imaging detectors and equipment with care.
• Performs other duties within the radiologic technologist scope.

Skills

Customer service

Cultural competency

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Fifth year college certificate

2–4 years related experience

ARRT certification eligible

Tools

NextGen EMR

Canon imaging systems

Keyboarding skills

Job description

• Job Category 31
• Employee Type Non-Exempt
• Required Degree 2 Year Degree

ASSIST PHYSICIANS WITH PATIENT CARE

• Performs x-ray in compliance withphysician's requests, operating within state and federal standards.
• Processes and critiques requestedimages to assure proper quality.
• Practices radiation safety techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patient using ALARA.
• Demonstrates excellent customerservice skills.
• Demonstrates excellent culturalcompetency skills with patients.
• Documents patient care throughthe Nextgen EMR System.
• Ability to assist patient on/off X-Ray table.
• Ability to reach overhead and manipulate the controls for the X-Ray.
• Computer keyboarding skills toenter patient information into the Nextgen and Canon systems.
• Attends education seminars asrequired to maintain Oregon license/ARRT
• Use care with the digital imaging detectors and computer systems.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice for a radiologic technologist and relating to the health field.

Requirements

Fifth year college or university program certificate; or two to four years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience at an approved ARRT facility.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Required to be registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and maintain a current Oregon license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, and kneel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrates a courteous, caring and understanding attitude toward patients and fellow employees and presents a positive image.
• Maintain confidentiality when communicating with patients, healthcare providers, Slocum staff.
• Maintain a harmonious and enthusiastic relationship with all members of the Slocum team.
• Comply with all Slocum personnel policies, including dressing and conducting oneself in a professional manner as outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Summary

Primary duty includes but not limited to operating radiographic equipment to produce images of body for diagnostic purpose as directed by physician.

Slocum is an AA/EEO/Disability/Vet employer.