X-Ray Technologist
Core
Performs diagnostic x-rays and prepares patients for radiographic procedures in a fast-paced urgent care environment.
Role type
Diagnostic X-Ray Technologist
Builds
Diagnostic radiographic images for radiologists
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Imaging
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient positioning, radiographic equipment operation, radiation safety (ALARA), anatomy and physiology knowledge, aseptic techniques, equipment troubleshooting
Preferred skills
Experience in radiology imaging modalities
Technologies
PACS, radiographic equipment
Responsibilities
Operate complex radiographic equipment to ensure high-quality images, position patients for maximum diagnostic yield, review clinical data to alert physicians of contradictions, maintain radiographic equipment and rooms, enter study information into PACS
Seniority
Individual Contributor