X-Ray Tech- AFC Urgent Care

Job Description

X-ray Techs at AFC Urgent Care Back Bay, prepare patients for radiologic procedures, making sure patients are comfortable and in the proper position for the x-rays to be taken. Xray techs at AFC Urgent Care are the first friendly face our patients see and manage the flow of the clinics. We offer a flexible schedule, competitive benefits package, opportunity for growth and $10,000 sign-on bonus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The below is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.

TEAM PLAYER:

Be prepared to leave at the end of the day only after patient care and administrative duties are completed.

• Greet and register patients
• Handle front administrative tasks
• Ensure cleanliness of patient waiting area and front office area
• Ensure all x-ray equipment is operationally maintained
• Perform all diagnostic x-rays
• Explain the procedure to the patient
• Positioning the patient properly
• Practice radiation protection - ALARA
• Xray Technologists direct patients to and from examinations room to the x-ray room
• Clean x-ray equipment when needed
• Ensure the x-ray room is cleaned after each patient encounter
• Ensure patient flow is speedy and organized
• Positioning radiation protection devices such as lead shields
• Setting x-ray equipment at the correct angle and height over the appropriate area of a patients’ body
• Setting controls on the x-ray machine to produce x-rays or radiographs of the appropriate density, detail, and contrast
• Placing the x-ray film under the part of the patients’ bodies to be examined and make the exposure
• Removing the film and developing it, as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an x-ray technologist must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Basic understanding of digital x-ray services
• Professional appearance
• Current CPR certification
• Up-to-date CEU’s
• Understanding of concepts of universal precautions, HIPAA and OSHA
• Warm, friendly attitude with excellent patient interaction skills
• Team player who is equally comfortable working independently
• Excellent verbal and communication skills, adaptable in different situations

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle work-related stress is required.
• Friendly, courteous, service-oriented, professional, outgoing, and customer service oriented.
• Remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Detail oriented while maintaining an extremely positive attitude.
• Must be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision.
• Recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve routine problems.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to work outside of regular business hours which may include evenings and weekends to meet customer requirements.
• Travels as necessary to meet operational needs.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Patriot Urgent Care Professionals, PC is committed to providing equal opportunities. It is our policy to ensure that all individuals with whom we are in contact are treated equally without regard to age, race, disability, gender, gender identity, marital status, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 12 – 36 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• ARRT Certification (Required)
• MA RT License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45