X-Ray Technologist
Location: US-CA-Irwindale
Job ID: 306631
Pos. Category: Medical Center - Radiology
Pos. Type: Full Time
Overview
Concentra is the nation's largest provider of workplace health services (Occupational Health). We proudly own and operate 500+ outpatient clinics across the United States, offering Occupational Medicine, Urgent Care, Physical Therapy, and Advanced Specialist services. Our practice is responsible for treating one out of every five injuries sustained in the workplace, and we stand behind our mission to improve the health of America's workforce, one patient at a time.
The X Ray Limited Scope & Medical Support Specialist performs routine x-ray, medical, and testing procedures under direct supervision of the treating clinician and supports in other areas of the facility as needed, including registration and referral management. This position will also perform routine X-ray examinations in accordance with Concentra policies, practices, and procedures and applicable regulations. This role requires efficient and accurate delivery of one-on-one patient care while thriving in a fast-paced environment. Also, ensure that every patient is treated with quality clinical care and receives an excellent patient experience from welcoming, respectful, and skillful colleagues.
Join Concentra, and you'll experience a culture where the opportunities to advance your career are endless! We'll provide you with: job stability, continuous on-the-job training, long-term career paths and growth, competitive compensation and salary package coupled with exceptional benefits and working for a healthcare organization that's quickly growing and making a difference!
Responsibilities
X-ray Technician Duties:
- Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Escort patients to dressing and x-ray rooms, provide verbal and/or written instructions and assist patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety and comfort during the x-ray exam.
- Operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Position radiologic equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance according to specification of examination. Take x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
- Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and team members.
- Ensure radiologic equipment remains in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to Center Operations Director.
- Maintain all x-ray equipment, including calibration, QA/QC procedures, and record keeping in accordance with current policy and procedures.
Medical Support Specialist Duties:
- Perform Department of Transportation (DOT) and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing.
- Prepare patients for physical examinations, including taking vital signs and any required or requested ancillary testing including but not limited to vaccines and injections, phlebotomy, PFTs, audiogram testing and respirator fit testing.
- Assist providers during examination and treatment.
- Apply bandages, dressings and splints as ordered by the treating clinician.
- Complete quality assurance activities on equipment and medical devices as well as testing processes used in the center.
- Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules.
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.
Qualifications
- High school graduate or GED equivalent.
- Completion of state approved Limited Scope Technician certificate program and license by the state in which employed, if applicable.
- CPR/First Aid Certification.
- Customarily has at least six months or more of medical assistant experience with knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology.
- Outstanding customer service skills as well as the ability to deal with people in a manner which shows tact and professionalism.
Additional Data
Benefits:
- Reimbursement for CE Credits, Professional Dues, and Association Membership fees.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match.
- Medical, Vision, Prescription, Telehealth, & Dental Plans.
- Life & Disability Insurance.
- Paid Time Off & Extended Illness Days Offered.
- Colleague Referral Bonus Program.
- Commuter Benefits.
- Dependent Care Spending Account.
- Employee Discounts.
This job requires access to confidential and critical information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
This position is eligible to earn a base compensation rate in the state range of $22.00 to $32.00 hourly depending on job-related factors as permitted by applicable law, such as level of experience, geographic location where the work is performed, and/or seniority.
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance.
Concentra is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
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