XRay Technologist

American Family Care Arlington; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefit

Job summary

American Family Care Arlington is seeking a dedicated Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures crucial for assisting physicians in patient care. This role involves patient interaction, ensuring accurate imaging techniques, and maintaining compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate's degree or relevant certification and is able to work compassionately with patients. This position offers a supportive work environment with flexible scheduling and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Compassionate communication with patients.
• Familiarity with digital and non-digital imaging equipment.
• Ability to follow approved standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic and diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Process and review images for quality control.
• Aid in patient treatments as needed.
• Maintain and diagnose imaging equipment.

Skills

Patient interaction

Radiology techniques

Equipment maintenance

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

ARRT registration or board eligible

Job description

Benefits/Perks

Great small business work environment

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, retirement benefit, and more!

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 maintain 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.