Xray Technologist or Limited scope

American Family Care; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Colorado is seeking a qualified Xray Technologist to join their team. Responsibilities include performing Xrays, preparing patients, maintaining equipment, and assisting with medical procedures. The ideal candidate should have a certification in Radiologic Technology and be skilled in patient care. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $30.00 - $35.00 along with various employee benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Certification in Radiologic Technology with experience in Xray procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and team.
• Knowledge of safety protocols in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform Xray duties and ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Take and document vital signs of patients.
• Assist providers with patient treatments and examinations.

Skills

Patient care

Radiation protection techniques

Diagnostic imaging

Communication

Vital signs monitoring

Education

Certification in Radiologic Technology

Tools

Digital imaging equipment

Lab software

Job description

Overview

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American Family Care has pioneered convenient, patient-centric healthcare across more than 250 clinics and 800 in-network physicians, caring for over 6 million patients a year.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

$1000 SIGN ON BONUS AFTER 90 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT

Eligible for additional bonuses every 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Xray Duties
• Greet patient, ensure that the patient has removed all jewelry and metal objects, is wearing the appropriate medical gown and is not pregnant.
• Prepare and position the patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of the body as requested by the provider.
• Explain procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Maintain a neat and clean working environment and ensure all supplies have been ordered and stocked.
• Process images and review for proper identification and quality control.
• Utilize both digital and non-digital diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with approved radiology techniques and AFC policies and procedures.
• Prepare images for reading by provider as well as contact any additional providers if a second opinion is needed.
• 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.
• Observe safety and security procedures; promote a safe and pleasant work environment.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation.
• Report potentially unsafe conditions to management.
• Regular attendance to ensure efficient clinic operations.

• Medical Assistant Duties
• _take vital signs: temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal.
• Explain prescribed procedures and treatments to patients.
• Prepare equipment and aid provider during treatment and examination of patient.
• Ensure all ordered tests are performed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved techniques.
• Maintain awareness of comfort and needs of the patient.
• Properly start lab equipment daily; perform maintenance on equipment as scheduled.
• Maintain daily log; document all requests and results of lab work accurately.
• Draw blood from patient’s finger or vein, observing principles of asepsis to obtain samples.
• Perform laboratory tests according to written instructions.
• Administer IV fluids to patients (Training provided if not certified).
• Perform daily quality control and cleaning procedures according to guidelines.
• Order and stock supplies weekly.
• Respond to all lab messages and call back requests; share responsibility of call back sheets.
• Utilize lab software and equipment according to proper procedure and instruction.
• Collect specimens from the patient using approved equipment, sequence and procedure.
• Observe patient, record significant conditions and reactions, and notify supervisor or provider of patient’s condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
• Respond to life-saving situations based upon standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.
• Perform all drug screening procedures in accordance with established rules and regulations.
• Ensure patient immunizations are appropriate, well documented and administered using approved techniques.
• Coordinate provider referrals and service pre-certifications as needed.
• Document past medical history assessment of patients.
• Rotate among clinical services such as lab, medical assisting, and front desk.
• Prepare rooms; sterilize instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
• Ensure work area is neat and clean, fully stocked, and laundry items are handled appropriately.
• Manage difficult and emotional customer situations with an emphasis on customer service.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; maintain complete and accurate documentation.
• Observe safety and security procedures; promote a safe and pleasant work environment.
• Report potentially unsafe conditions to management.
• Respond to all patient messages; document conversations in the electronic medical records system; assist with patient discharge duties.
• Regular attendance to ensure efficient clinic operations.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Compensation

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Important notes

Please note that a position may be for a company-owned or franchise location. Each franchise-owned and operated location recruits, hires, trains, and manages their own employees, sets their own employment policies and procedures, and provides compensation and benefits determined by that franchise owner. Company-owned locations provide a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, matching 401(k), and more.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.