What are the responsibilities and job description for the XRAY TECH position at VALOR HEALTH?
Position Title: X-ray Technologist
Department: Radiology
Supervisor’s Title: Radiology Manager
Position Summary:
The X-ray technologist is responsible for performing a full range of general radiographic (X-ray) examinations, including intraoperative fluoroscopic guidance. The incumbent often works independently with minimal supervision and is expected to deliver services in accordance with institutional protocols, regulatory guidelines, and professional standards. The position requires autonomous decision-making, strong technical competency, and effective communication skills.
Principal Functions and Responsibilities:
- Performs X-ray procedures in accordance with provider orders and established departmental protocols.
- Operates, monitors, and maintains X-ray equipment, ensuring compliance with quality assurance and safety standards.
- Prepares patients for procedures and provides clear, compassionate communication regarding the imaging process.
- Ensures appropriate patient identification, documentation, and safety practices for all procedures.
- Demonstrates a thorough understanding of radiation safety protocols and ALARA principles.
- Maintains accurate documentation of procedures, patient information, and images using PACS and EHR systems.
- Responds to urgent and emergent imaging requests and participates in after-hours, weekend, holiday, and on-call coverage as required.
- Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work environment; promptly reports equipment issues and safety concerns.
- Collaborates effectively with physicians, nurses, and other staff to coordinate patient care and workflow.
- Monitors inventory levels and equipment status; communicates needs to appropriate supervisory personnel.
Required Experience and Skills:
- Clinical experience in general radiography through an accredited radiologic technology program.
- Familiarity with standard imaging procedures, including chest, abdomen, and extremity X-rays.
- Basic patient care skills, including positioning, assisting with mobility, and ensuring patient comfort.
- Hands-on experience operating X-ray equipment, including basic troubleshooting.
- Understanding and familiarity of radiation safety practices and ALARA principles for patient and staff safety, including patient shielding and dose optimization techniques.
- Knowledge of human anatomy (including cross-sectional anatomy) and physiology relevant to diagnostic imaging.
- Strong communication skills for interacting with patients, technologists, and healthcare providers.
- Detail-oriented approach to image quality, labeling, positioning, and documentation.
- Basic proficiency with imaging software and hospital information systems (PACS, RIS, EHR).
- Exposure to clinical workflows in hospital or outpatient settings.
Preferred Experience and Skills:
- Two (2) years of experience in general diagnostic radiography in a clinical or hospital setting preferred.
- Previous experience working in a rural, critical access, or low-volume facility where independent performance of duties was required.
- Demonstrated competency in both trauma and non-emergent imaging workflows.
- Familiarity with Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) and Radiology Information Systems (RIS).
- Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting X-ray equipment from multiple manufacturers (Care Stream, Toshiba, Quantum, Shimadzu, GE-OEC C-Arm/Fluoroscopy, etc.).
- Basic knowledge of sterile procedures and sterile field maintenance.
- Familiarity with radiation safety best practices, patient shielding, and dose optimization techniques.
- Experience and/or licensure in MRI is advantageous.
Physical Requirement: Extensive walking, standing. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Lifting, reaching, hand eye coordination, speaking clear vision, motor skills, dexterity, strong interpersonal skills, ability to work independently.
Certification, Registration or Licensure:
- ARRT Certification in Radiography (R) required for performing X-ray procedures
- BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) Current certification from the American Heart Association (or equivalent) is typically required prior to patient care
Work Environment
Working Conditions: Health care environment, possible exposure to patient conditions.
Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, bending, stooping, sitting, hand eye coordination, speaking..