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X-ray Tech NCT/LMRT

Accident Centers of Texas

Location
Onsite (Austin, TX)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Mid Level
Posted 4 days ago

About the role

Accident Centers of Texas is seeking a dedicated X-ray technician to perform diagnostic imaging and support patient care operations. The role involves ensuring high-quality imaging standards, maintaining equipment, and assisting with front desk duties to facilitate efficient patient flow.

Skills

Radiography Patient Care Radiation Safety Diagnostic Imaging Patient Registration Equipment Maintenance HIPAA Compliance OSHA Regulations Patient Positioning Record Keeping

Full job details

Job description

We are looking to employ a dedicated and skilled X-ray technician to take quality x-rays of patients’ bones, soft tissues, or organs as instructed by patients' physicians. The X-ray technician's responsibilities include monitoring radiology supplies, attending mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, and ensuring that the x-ray machines are set at the correct radiation levels. You should also ensure that all x-ray rooms are clean and tidy at all times.

  • Perform all diagnostic x-rays
  • Work closely with providers and staff to ensure quality care for all patients
  • Will also help out at the front desk to register patients when not performing X-Ray Tech duties.
  • Will reschedule patients, that are unable to make it to their appointments
  • Assist in patient care to ensure speedy patient flow
  • Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures.
  • Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders.
  • Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
  • Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.
  • Limiting patients' exposure to radiation by placing lead shields on patients where needed.
  • Ensuring that the x-rays taken are of sound quality to prevent repeat procedures.
  • Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.
  • Maintaining an accurate record of completed x-ray procedures.
  • These are some of the job duties but are not limited to only these duties.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited program for Radiographers
  • Understanding of the concepts HIPAA and OSHA regulations
  • NCT, LMRT

Pay depending on experience.

South Austin by Westgate Blvd