What are the responsibilities and job description for the Xray Technician-NCT LMRT position at Accident Centers of Texas?
Job description
We are looking to employ a dedicated and skilled X-ray technician to take quality x-rays of patients’ bones, soft tissues, or organs as instructed by patients' physicians. The X-ray technician's responsibilities include monitoring radiology supplies, attending mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, and ensuring that the x-ray machines are set at the correct radiation levels. You should also ensure that all x-ray rooms are clean and tidy at all times.
- Perform all diagnostic x-rays
- Work closely with providers and staff to ensure quality care for all patients
- Will also help out at the front desk to register patients when not performing X-Ray Tech duties.
- Will reschedule patients, that are unable to make it to their appointments
- Assist in patient care to ensure speedy patient flow
- Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures.
- Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders.
- Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
- Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.
- Limiting patients' exposure to radiation by placing lead shields on patients where needed.
- Ensuring that the x-rays taken are of sound quality to prevent repeat procedures.
- Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.
- Maintaining an accurate record of completed x-ray procedures.
- These are some of the job duties but are not limited to only these duties.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited program for Radiographers
- Understanding of the concepts HIPAA and OSHA regulations
- NCT, LMRT
Pay depending on experience.
Jobs are in Dallas Fort Worth area.