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VillageMD

X-Ray Technologist

VillageMD, East Brunswick, New Jersey, United States

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Overview

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients\' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians. When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Job Description The X-Ray & Medical Technologist is responsible for:

Being able to take good quality X-ray images following CityMD X-ray protocol in an efficient and accurate manner

Capturing accurate and detailed documentation of the encounter into the EMR in a timely manner

Essential Functions/Responsibilities (including the duties and responsibilities as stated in the CityMD Scope of Practice for Radiology Technologist and Scribes)

Performing the more common X-ray studies in a reasonable amount of time

Chest X-ray: 3 minutes

Extremity X-ray: 3-5 minutes per order

Spinal X-ray: 4-6 minutes

Abdomen X-ray: 4-6 minutes

Using internal X-ray and care coordination software to properly document and communicate X-ray studies between the provider, Aftercare and radiologists reading the X-rays

Documenting in the EMR for multiple patients per hour

Facilitating diagnostic tests (e.g., CT, MRI, ultrasounds) and referrals to medical specialists for follow-up care via Aftercare

Assisting the physician with medical procedures within the Scribe scope of practice (e.g., EKG, procedure set ups)

Communicating with patients, pharmacies, and physicians under physician guidance

Assisting the licensed practitioner, under direct supervision, with CLIA waived tests, EKGs, external laboratory specimens, and related tasks

Maintaining materials to copy images to a CD and informing the Medical Assistant or Site Manager prior to depletion

Maintaining an accurate QA log book including pregnancy form and daily check-off list

Having knowledge of who to call in case of equipment failure or software issues

Providing compassionate care to patients

Assisting Medical Assistants with facility stocking when needed

Assisting with training and acclimation of new hire X-ray techs and scribes

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited X-ray Technologist program

4-6 months experience as a X-ray Technologist

Explain, process, and position patient for X-ray; adjust restriction devices; move and adjust equipment to set exposure factors; determine patient\'s X-ray needs by reading physician instructions; perform basic general X-rays under supervision; minimize radiation exposure; process exposed radiographs

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

High attention to detail & ability to work independently

Strong organizational, problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills

Functional and practical knowledge of various computer systems

Positive attitude and passion for outstanding results and compassion

Excellent communication and bedside manner

Passion for helping others in an urgent care environment

Bilingual language skills required or preferred based on site location

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire

Physical Requirements The job may require lifting light to moderate amounts of weight and heavy computer use.

Pay Range $46.50 - $48.50 per hour

About Our Commitment Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD values health and wellness for team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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