X-Ray Technologist

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American Family Care Lower Macungie

Allentown, PA

Posted: over a month ago
$25 to $32 Hourly
Full-Time

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

Great small business work environment
Flexible scheduling
Paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, and more!

Company OverviewAmerican Family Care (AFC) is one of the largest primary and urgent care companies in the U.S. providing services seven days a week on a walk-in basis. Our state-of-the-art centers focus on the episodic treatment of acute illnesses and injuries, workers' compensation, and occupational medicine. Each location is equipped with an onsite lab and in-house x-ray capability.AFC is the parent company of AFC Franchising, LLC (AFCF). This position works directly with a franchised business location. The specific job duties and benefits can vary between franchises. Job SummaryPerform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing injuries and disease. Assist with administrative and clinical needs as appropriate, such as patient registration and medical assisting duties. Responsibilities

Greet patients and explain procedures to patients in a compassionate manner
Position patients appropriately for diagnostic imaging procedures
Practice ALARA radiation protection techniques
Process images, review for proper identification and quality control and prepare images for reading by a physician as well as radiologist overreads
Utilize both digital and non-digital diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with approved radiology techniques and all policies and procedures
Aid provider with prescribed patient treatments in accordance with approved standards, policies, procedures, and protocol as necessary.
Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed
Complete forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed
Serve as Medical Receptionist and/or Medical Assistant if/when needed within appropriate guidelines
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QualificationsAssociate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or six months to one-year related experience and/or training. ARRT-registered or board eligible preferred. Licensed per state regulation. In some states, Medical Assistant Certification or registry, Practical Nursing License, EMT or Paramedic certification is acceptable.