X-Ray Technologist
- Franklin, TN, United States
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Job details
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance (TOA) is the largest orthopaedic surgery group in Tennessee, with more than 35 locations across the state. Our commitment to Trust, Respect, Honesty, Teamwork, Communication, Diversity, and Accountability guides how we work and how we care for our patients and communities.
Who we are defines how we care:
- Culture: A shared commitment to Trust, Respect, Honesty, Teamwork, Communication, Diversity, and taking accountability for our own actions with the belief that every one of us makes a difference.
- Patient Access: Setting the standard for orthopedic care in Tennessee with access to over 35 locations across the state, including Ambulatory Surgery Centers.
- Patient Experience: Building strong and authentic relationships with our patients and communities by unifying through consistent collaboration to deliver exceptional patient experiences.
- Financial Stewardship: Using sound judgement to make responsible financial decisions; minimizing waste and maximizing value.
Responsibilities
- Perform satisfactory radiographic procedures as requested by physicians
- Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and produce quality radiographs
- Must be able to lift patients, and transport patients via wheelchair and stretcher
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment
- Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanation of exams; answering patient questions
- Prepares patient for radio graphic procedure by proper patient dressing/ undressing, proper positioning, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting controls to set exposure factors
- Minimizes radiation to patients and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposures
Requirements
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma required
- Certificate or Associate/Bachelor’s degree in radiologic technology required
- State of Tennessee Medical Board X-ray Operators License required
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- ARRT certified
- Prior orthopedic x-ray experience, preferred
- C-Arm experience is a plus
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able and willing to float to other TOA locations when needed to.
TOA is an equal opportunity employer. TOA conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers
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Skills
- Transfer patients
- Radiation protection