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X-Ray Technologist

Akumin
Posted 5 days ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Baldwin Park, CA 91706, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Radiology Technologist is responsible for producing high-quality diagnostic digital x-ray images while adhering to radiation safety regulations and proper documentation techniques.
  • Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent experience, with an Associate's Degree preferred, along with ARRT (R) certification and CPR certification.
  • A minimum of one year of radiography or digital x-ray experience is required for those working in a mobile setting, and local travel may be necessary.
  • Effective communication with customers and radiologists is essential, and the role may involve training new technologists or Patient Coordinators.
  • Salary information varies by location, and residents in CA, NY, Jersey City, NJ, WA, and CO can view specific pay range details.

The Radiology Technologist is responsible high quality diagnostic digital x-ray images with special attention to radiation/safety regulations, including proper documentation and techniques. Responsible for ensuring effective communication with customers, including radiologists as necessary. As applicable may assist in training new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Produces high quality diagnostic x-ray images. Special attention to radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with patients and radioactive materials.

  • Responsible for patient safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications, aseptic injection technique etc.

  • Effectively communicates with customers and radiologists.

  • May train new Radiologic Technologists and/or PC’s.

  • Trouble-shoots the X-ray unit and all peripheral equipment (including: computers, PACS, etc.).

Position Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

  • ARRT (R) and state license, if applicable required.

  • CPR certification required.

  • As applicable, valid state driver’s license.

  • Team Members working in a fixed setting:

    • Successful completion of a Radiology School.

    • Ability to work at several locations.

    • Strong customer service skills.

    • Organizational and multi-tasking skills.

    • Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

  • Team Members working in a mobile setting:

    • A minimum of one year radiography or digital x-ray experience required preferred.

  • Local travel may be required.

  • The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.

  • All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

  • More than 50% of the time:

    • Sit, stand, walk.

    • Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.

    • See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

  • Less than 50% of the time:

    • Stoop, kneel or crawl.

    • Climb and balance.

    • Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

Residents living in CA, NY, Jersey City, NJ, WA and CO click here to view pay range information.

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X-ray Technologist, Radiology Technologist, ARRT, radiology, imaging, and diagnostic scanning

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.




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