X-Ray Technician - Fluoroscopy

Motion is Life! We bring motion back to the lives of the patients and families we serve. We are Newport Orthopedic Institute, the largest coastal orthopedic specialty group in Orange County. What you’ll find here is something special – it’s purposeful work done with a shared sense of community that brings us all together. For more than 15 years, NOI has established a remarkable track record of innovation and care that enables our providers to improve the lives of our patients.

Discover the difference here at Newport Orthopedic Institute. We work passionately and with a clear sense of purpose and responsibility to ensure our patients get the best orthopedic care available. As a top-rated organization, we’ve helped thousands regain their freedom and quality of life. We are a growing organization and have immediate openings for eager and driven professionals.

The X-Ray Technician - Fluoroscopy is responsible for providing radiologic films as directed by the physician and maintaining radiology equipment and supplies. This position will be doing fluoroscopy full-time. You must have an associate's degree in radiology or a related field from an accredited program. Experience in fluoroscopy preferred. Candidates must be able to ease patients into the process of taking an x-ray and be able to explain each phase of the procedure.

It is also very important to keep the imaging room clean and maintain all privacy regulations. A certificate from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare the exam room for the proper procedure.
• Coordinate and follow instructions from Physicians regarding which area of the patient’s body needs imaging for proper delivery of images.
• Talk the patient through the procedure and answer questions to lower their anxiety.
• Correctly position the patient, adjust the imaging equipment to the specified position.
• Prevent unnecessary radiation exposure both to themselves and to the patient.
• Follow correct techniques and procedures such as patient shielding.
• Develop/process films according to instructions for equipment; informs physician when film has been developed and is ready for reading.
• Marks the encounter form to show which views were taken.
• Sends films for reading by radiologist at the instruction of the physician.
• Scans/files patient documents into Touch Chart.
• Orders all supplies, film, envelopes, cards and markers.
• Creates patient identification labels for film jackets and attaches them for easy identification.
• Perform routine maintenance and safety checks on x-ray equipment; ensures that equipment complies with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain radiology supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating future needs and placing orders.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Complies with all OSHA mandates for dosimeter readings and quality assurance.
• All other duties as assigned.

Typical Physical Demands: Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, as well as manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Involves standing and walking. Employee will occasionally be asked to lift and carry items weighing up to 30 pounds, as well as help lift patients onto the x-ray table. Normal visual acuity and hearing are required.

Employee will work under stressful conditions and work irregular hours. Employee will be exposed to bodily fluids on a regular basis.

Typical Working Conditions: Employee will have frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.

Pay Range: $35-$45 per hour