X-Ray Technologist (PRN)

Company: Olympia Orthopaedic Associates
Location: Olympia
Posted on: August 1, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description X-Ray Technologist --- Olympia Orthopaedic Associates Location: Olympia, WA Job Type: PRN/Per Diem Pay: $31.19 - $41.31 per hour (Pay is determined based on years of experience) -Must Provide a COVID-19 Vaccination Record- Olympia Orthopaedics is a drug-free, alcohol-free, and smoke-free workplace. If offered employment, passage of background screen and pre-employment drug screen is required. Please note nicotine levels are included in testing. X-Ray Technologist Expected Hours of Work: This is a Per-Diem position and you must be available to work during normal business hours. X-Ray Technologist Job Duties: -- Prepares patients for radiologic procedures. Protects patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards. Takes X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area. Selects proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjusts/sets radiographic controls. Positions patients and takes X-rays of specific parts of the patient---s body as requested by physicians. Checks X-rays for clarity of image, retaking when needed. -- Maintains required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports. Performs quantity and quality control checks to assure X-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies. Complies with safety standards. -- Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs. -- Maintains radiographic supplies and orders as necessary. -- Requests outside images for upcoming appointments. Ensures images are available for surgery at outside facility, if necessary. -- Other duties as assigned. X-Ray Technologist Job Requirements: -- Associate---s degree in radiological technology from accredited X-ray technician program. -- One to three years of experience as X-ray technologist, preferably in orthopedic medical practice environment. -- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist registration required. X-Ray Technologist Physical Demands: Standing six to eight hours per day, walking, stooping, and bending. Requires ability to move equipment and transfer patients. Occasional stress when working with anxious patients. For a complete X-Ray Technologist job description, please visit: https://olyortho.com/career -opportunities/ Company Description We are a fast-paced, friendly, patient care focused Orthopaedic Group Our mission is to improve the quality of life for people in our community.

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