Job Description
JOB TITLE: X-Ray Technician
EMPLOYER : Progressive Spine & Orthopaedics
SUMMARY: Serves as initial contact for all patients visiting the office. Also serves as the X-Ray Technician which duties include explaining procedures to patients, calibrating imaging equipment and preparing results.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Answers, screens, and directs calls on multi-line phone system; takes detailed messages and/or forwards telephone calls to appropriate practitioner, voice mail, or pager.
- Clears messages each morning and delivers to appropriate practitioner.
- Meets and greets patients; announces, directs, and/or escorts to appropriate area.
- Opens and routes incoming mail.
- Composes and types routine correspondence as required.
- Performs general clerical duties including but not limited to filing, photocopying, faxing, and mailing as required.
- Keeps reception area organized.
- Following instructions from Physicians regarding which area of the patient’s body needs imaging.
- Talk the patient through the procedure and answer questions to lower their anxiety.
- Correctly position the patient, adjust the imaging equipment to the specified position.
- Prevent unnecessary radiation exposure both to themselves and to the patient.
- Follow correct techniques and procedures such as patient shielding.
- Maintain radiology supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating future needs and placing orders.
- Demonstrates a high level of professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in radiologic technology.
- A minimum of 2 years working experience in a healthcare facility as an x-ray or radiology technician as well as front desk experience.
- Must have the required medical licenses to operate in a given area.
- Must have a clear understanding of how to handle and operate medical imaging equipment.
- Must display a high level of flexibility in the process of carrying out assigned duties and dual responsibilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to share updates with patients and other medical staff.
- Strong analytical thinking and the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
- Superb customer service skills to provide ongoing support to patients and their families.
- Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels.
- Commitment to excellence and high standards.
- Strong organizational skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
- Bilingual skills a plus.
- Professional appearance and demeanor are required at all times.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
- Behave in a professional manner and consistently demonstrate and promote the values of respect, honesty, and dignity for the patient, families, and all members of team.
- Committed to the constant pursuit of excellence and teamwork in improving the care of the patients.
- Be punctual with scheduled work and use time appropriately.
- Perform duties in a conscientious, cooperative manner.
- Perform required amount of work in a timely fashion with a minimum of errors.
- Maintain confidentiality and protect the Practice by abiding by laws and principles related to confidentiality; keeps information concerning Practice Operations, patients, and employees confidential.
LOCATION & JOB TYPE:
- Edison, NJ
- Part-Time (Monday & Wednesday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm)
At Progressive Spine & Orthopaedics, we are committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. As part of our hiring process, all candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug test and background check. These steps are essential to ensure the safety and well-being of our employees and patients.
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Job Tags
Part time, Work experience placement, Day shift,