X-Ray Tech, Ltd Permit (Float) - 8hr, Days

The X-Ray Technician Limited Permit supports patient care by performing x-rays as ordered by provider for diagnostic purposes. As a member of the patient care team, this role performs routine administrative and clinical tasks to maintain workflows and efficiency in the clinical offices.

• Demonstrates clinical competency and technical skills as a limited license X-Ray Technician, based on scope of practice.


• Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures, positions patients on the exam table and adjusts equipment to obtain optimal views of specific body area as ordered by provider.


• Performs procedures based on established technique chart using independent judgment to support the radiological orders.


• Exhibits working knowledge and relationships with other departments as it relates to radiological services.


• Demonstrates proper equipment usage, uses appropriate technique charts, follows appropriate exposure index ranges and assures markers are set appropriately.


• Reviews dosimeter reports monthly in observance of radiation safety best practices.


• Provides assistance in QA measures including recording QC testing on designated equipment.


• Explains policies, procedures, or services to patients using clinical or administrative knowledge, based on scope of practice.


• Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs.


• Addresses patient, physician, and staff concerns and escalates accordingly and follows up for satisfactory resolution.


• Adheres to all infection prevention standards, department policies and guidelines.


• Manages patient care flow and assists with monitoring CS-Link message pools and standard work.


• Performs patient intakes including appropriate vital signs, reviews medication list, reviews medical/surgical history, and documents in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Education

• High School Diploma/GED - minimum


• Vocational/Technical Diploma Graduate of an accredited X-Ray program - minimum


• Vocational/Technical Diploma Medical Assistant Certification or equivalent from an accredited educational program/Medical Board approved organization. - preferred

Experience

• 1 year Working as an X-Ray Technician in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting - preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Imaging CA Radiologic Tech - Upon Hire minimum California Department of Health – Radiologic Health Branch X-Ray Permit with Digital Certification and at least one other specialty


• Certified Registered Medical Assistant - Upon Hire preferred Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Upon Hire minimum Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Card (BCLS