X-Ray Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Ortho Sport & Spine Physicians is a nationally recognized center of excellence in orthopedic sports medicine, orthopedic spine surgery, and interventional spine treatments.

We have locations throughout the United States that specialize in providing state-of-the-art, minimally invasive treatments for complex neck and spine problems as well as sports-related injuries and conditions.

Job Summary :

The X-Ray Technologist (Tech) performs radiographic procedures to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. The X-Ray Tech works effectively with patients and families and maintains a collaborative relationship with other clinic personnel.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Prepare examination room, equipment, and instruments per patient needs
• Identify correct patient and verify the order, explain procedure to the patient
• Position patient correctly for radiological procedures
• Operate x-ray / fluoro / c-arm machine according to established procedures to ensure patient safety and comfort, shield patient from radiation as needed
• Constant adherence to radiation safety
• Answer patient questions as they relate to the procedure
• Operate within radiologic standards of care
• Document patient care records in accordance with outlined policies and procedures
• Review each examination for technical accuracy, present the completed examination to physician, and communicate pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area; controls inventory of supplies for assigned area and cleans and disinfects exam rooms and equipment as needed

Qualifications :

• Current ARRT certification required
• Associates Degree preferred
• X-ray / C-Arm experience
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients and staff, always in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to work independently
• Must be able to always maintain confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be detail-oriented and highly organized

Physical Requirements :

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 job responsibilities.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit for extended periods of time;
• use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl;

talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 40 pounds. Repetitive motion of upper body required for extended use of computer.

Required specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Ortho Sport and Spine Physicians is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in its employment practices on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, military service, or any other characteristic protected by federal law or Georgia law.