PRN X-Ray Technologist

Posted:
3/25/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Ohio, United States ⋅ Gahanna, Ohio, United States ⋅ Columbus, Ohio, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

About the Role 

 

To support U.S Urology by performing diagnostic imaging examinations, such as x-rays, on patients.   

 

What You’ll Be Doing                        

 

  • Adjust and maintain imaging equipment 

  • Precisely follow orders from physicians on what areas of the body to image 

  • Prepare patients for procedures, including taking a medical history and answering questions about the procedure 

  • Guide patients through the process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process 

  • Protect the patient by shielding exposed areas that do not need to be imaged 

  • Positions patients and adjusts equipment for taking diagnostic images following established procedures 

  • Operate the computerized equipment to take the images 

  • Work with physicians to evaluate the images and to determine whether additional images need to be taken 

  • Keep detailed patient records 

  • Administer contrast as needed, in a safe and effective manner 

  • Monitor patient’s wellbeing during exams; recognizes patient discomfort or medical problems and takes appropriate action 

  • Respond to physician questions and needs regarding patients 

  • Selects length and intensity for radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on individual patient basis 

  • Examines radiology film for properties such as density and contracts, definition, magnification and distortion 

  • Maintains examinations rooms, and stocks necessary medical and radiological supplies 

  • Clean and make minor adjustments to radiological equipment 

  • Participate in projects and/or meetings, and complete other tasks as assigned by management 

  • Maintains strictest confidentiality 

  • Performs related work as required 

 

What We Expect from You 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

  • Current ODH License

  • Current ARRT License

  • Current CPR Certificate

  • Electronic Medical Records Experience 

 

Reasoning Ability  

 

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 

 

Computer Skills 

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have thorough knowledge in computer information systems.   

 

Physical Demands  

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  

 

Work Environment 

 

This job operates in a professional office environment.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. 

 

Other Duties 

 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

 

What We are Offer You

At U.S. Urology Partners, we are guided by four core values.  Every associate living the core values makes our company an amazing place to work.  Here “Every Family Matters”

Compassion

Make Someone’s Day

Collaboration

Achieve Possibilities Together

Respect

Treat people with dignity

Accountability

Do the right thing

Beyond competitive compensation, our well-rounded benefits package includes a range of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, HSA / FSA, 401(k) matching, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more.

About US Urology Partners

U.S. Urology Partners is one of the nation’s largest independent providers of urology and related specialty services, including general urology, surgical procedures, advanced cancer treatment, and other ancillary services. Through Central Ohio Urology Group, Associated Medical Professionals of NY, Urology of Indiana, and Florida Urology Center, the U.S. Urology Partners clinical network now consists of more than 50 offices throughout the East Coast and Midwest, including a state-of-the-art, urology-specific ambulatory surgery center that is one of the first in the country to offer robotic surgery. U.S. Urology Partners was formed to support urology practices through an experienced team of healthcare executives and resources, while serving as a platform upon which NMS Capital is building a leading provider of urological services through an acquisition strategy.

U.S. Urology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.