XRay Technologist

American Family Care Hickory; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Training & development

Vision insurance

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Great small business work environment

Also, additional perks!

Job summary

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

Responsibilities include welcoming patients, positioning for imaging, maintaining ALARA standards, processing images for physician review, and providing support across reception and clinical tasks as

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent; ARRT-registered preferred.
• Licensed per state regulation; board eligibility acceptable in some states.
• In some states, Medical Assistant Certification or registry, Practical Nursing License, EMT or Paramedic certification is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and explain procedures with compassion.
• Position patients 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 diagnostic imaging equipment ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
• Aid provider with prescribed patient treatments according to standards and protocols.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and arrange 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

X-ray imaging

Patient care

ALARA principles

Equipment operation

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

ARRT certification preferred

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 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.

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.