X RAY TECHNOLOGIST I

Oaaortho; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Allentown seeks a Diagnostic Imaging Technician to perform imaging procedures and provide patient education. The role requires preparing patients, ensuring safety standards, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will have relevant education, ARRT registration, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• One to two years prior experience required.
• ARRT Registered certification needed.
• Must maintain CE 24 credits every two years.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize exposure.
• Completes forms and maintains records in the electronic medical records system.

Skills

Multitasking

Effective communication

Strong computer experience

Bilingual/Spanish skills

Education

B.A. from a 4-year college or university

A.A from a 2-year college

Accreditation from a 2-year hospital-based program

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Allentown, PA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Description

Summary: Performs diagnostic imaging procedures and provides patient education by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures
• Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation
• Determines exposure factors and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff
• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control
• Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician
• Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed in electronic medical records system
• Schedules appointments in the electronic medical record. Immediately greets and directs patients and visitors.
• Answers telephone calls promptly and courteously.
• Completes a full accurate patient registration.
• Verifies, updates, and maintains accurate patient insurance information. Coordinates referrals for patients through insurance and other physician offices.
• Reviews accounts of scheduled patients for balances and expired referrals and addresses with patient for resolution.
• Collects co-payment and balances from patients and reconciles daily cash report.
• Receives medical records requests and disability forms.
• Records patient communications within the electronic medical record.
• Other duties as assigned. For example, on occasion may be asked to cover at a satellite office.

Qualifications:

• B.A. from a 4-year college or university, A.A from a 2- year college, or accreditation from a 2-year hospital-based program
• One to two years prior experience
• ARRT Registered
• Must maintain CE 24 credits every two years
• Required Certifications:
  • Act 34 PA Criminal Background
  • Act 151 PA Child Abuse History
  • Act 114 FBI Cogent Clearance Fingerprinting
• Ability to multitask
• Current CPR/AED Certification a plus
• Must be able to assist patients on tables and equipment and occasionally lift and/or help move patients over 100 pounds
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
• Flexible team player
• Strong computer experience, electronic medical records experience
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Bi-lingual/Spanish skills for interpreting a plus

Qualifications