Job Information
United Musculoskeletal Partners X-Ray Technologist- PRN in Golden, Colorado
Position Overview
This position is responsible for operating X-Ray equipment that assists radiologists and/or physicians with diagnosing and/or treating disease and/or injury. . Participates in delivery of orthopedic care through expertise in the operation of radiologic equipment to ensure quality diagnostic x-ray films. Ensures smooth work and patient flow within the clinic.
Essential Functions
· Performs radiographic procedures as prescribed by a physician.
· Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards.
· Takes X-Rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area.
· Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjusts/sets radiographic controls.
Positions patients and takes X-Rays of specific parts of the patient’s body as requested by physicians.
· Create digital radiological image. Checks X-Ray images for clarity, retaking when necessary.
· Upload and manage X-Rays.
· Maintains required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports.
· Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-Ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.
· Complies with safety standards.
· Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs.
· Maintains radiographic supplies and orders as necessary.
· Burn images to discs when needed by patient, and/or physicians.
· Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers through prompt response and courteous communication.
· Assist POSC physicians in the delivery of orthopedic patient care management to assure an excellent patient experience.
· Determines proper technique through the selection of voltage, current, and exposure time.
· Positions patients for the proper view of the affected area.
· Completes x-ray requests for proper billing
· Actively participates in the quality-assurance monitoring and recording efforts of the department.
Other
· Assists in maintaining a neat and sanitary workplace at all times.
· Uses only equipment trained to use and operates all equipment in a safe manner.
· Anticipate ways to improve patient care and experience.
· Assists in the evaluation, development and effectiveness of systems and protocols.
· Performs other duties as assigned.
Pay Information : $27-$35, depending on experience.
Company: Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center
Job Type: Temporary
Address: 660 Golden Ridge Rd, Golden, CO, 80401