Limited X-ray Technologist

Position Summary/Scope of Responsibility

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics LLC (CAO) is one of the nation’s largest Orthopaedics practices, owned and operated by physicians, with over 60 locations across Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the District of Columbia.  With approximately 2,000 employees, working in 28 Divisions, CAO is a growing business with revenues of approximately $250 Million. CAO is committed to be the Orthopaedics provider of choice for our patients; partner of choice for payors and health systems; and employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce. 

A Limited Radiology Technologist (LRT) or Limited Scope X-Ray Technician performs basic radiographic imaging of specific body parts, such as the extremities, chest, or spine, under supervision.

Duties include, but are not limited to: 

Key Responsibilities 

1. Patient Preparation: Explaining procedures, gathering patient information, and positioning patients correctly and comfortably for X-ray exams. 
2. Equipment Operation:Safely operating X-ray machines and digital imaging equipment to capture quality images. 
3. Image Quality & Safety:Ensuring diagnostic images are high-quality and accurate, and strictly following radiation safety protocols for the patient and self. 
4. Record Keeping:Maintaining accurate patient records and logs of imaging activities. 
5. Equipment Maintenance:Performing daily equipment checks, cleaning, and reporting any issues to maintain proper functioning. 
6. Performs x-rays in accordance with medical provider orders; forwards images to the appropriate radiologist for over-reads; maintains x-ray equipment and adheres to safety standards.
7. Cleans, stocks, and sterilizes equipment in addition to cleaning and preparing patient rooms for care delivery.
8. Prepares patients for radiologic procedures. Escorts patients to dressing and x-ray rooms, provide verbal and/or written instructions, and assists patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed. Explains procedures and observes patients to ensure patient care, safety, and comfort during scan.
9. Performs related administrative duties including completing necessary forms, labeling/developing/processing films, and maintaining procedure logs.
10. Maintains knowledge of and appropriately enters information into the electronic medical record.
11. Ensures radiologic equipment remains in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to Practice Administrator.
12. Supports the medical provider in patient examination, testing and education.
13. Complies with all governmental and CAO/Practice guidelines, completing all assigned training by the associated deadlines.
14. Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Environment & Scope

1. Limited Scope: LRTs are restricted to basic X-ray procedures on specific body areas, such as the extremities, chest, or spine, as per their certification and state regulations. 
2. Supervised Practice:They perform procedures under the direction and supervision of a licensed radiologic technologist or physician. 
3. Common Settings:This role is common in outpatient clinics, physician offices, and urgent care centers where limited-scope procedures are frequently performed. 

Required Education & Experience

• LRTs must complete specialized education and pass a state or national exam to earn a limited radiography license or certification. 

• CPR for Healthcare Providers certification.
• 2 years of medical office experience strongly preferred.

Competencies/Required Skills & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills to promote positive relationships with CAO and non-CAO physicians and other personnel.
• Essential skills include attention to detail, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a healthcare team. 
• Clinical competence as assessed during initial probationary period and evaluated at minimum annually thereafter.
• Excellent customer service and patient experience skills.
• Proficiency in Windows based office technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Able to work independently.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and charting in same.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in the English language.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to use appropriate body mechanics when making necessary transfers and helping patients with exercises.
• Requires frequent bending, reaching, repetitive hand movements, standing, walking, squatting, and sitting.
• Some heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling exerted regularly throughout a standard work shift.
• Adequate hearing to perform duties in person and over telephone.
• Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a keyboard, medical equipment, fax machine, scanner, photocopier, and telephone. 
• Must be able to communicate clearly to patients in person and over the telephone.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading materials from printed sources and computer screens.
• Requires exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical environment.