Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Autumn Road Clinic

Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Autumn Road Clinic

Summary of Job Duties: The Radiology Technician is responsible for maintaining and using equipment and supplies that image portions of the human body on x-ray film or fluoroscopic screens. This position is governed by state and federal law and agency policy.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree - graduate of an approved Radiology program
• Registered or eligible with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Licensed by the State of Arkansas in Radiology Technology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

• Positions and sets up imaging machines (e.g., X-ray, fluoroscopy) to acquire diagnostic-quality images according to exam specifications and safety protocols.
• Escorts patients to imaging rooms, clearly explains procedures, assists with positioning, and ensures patient comfort, safety, and cooperation during imaging.
• Ensures correct radiographic exams are performed, repeats only when necessary, and maintains high image quality for accurate medical interpretation.
• Performs portable X‑rays, mobile units, fluoroscopy, surgical settings, emergency department imaging, and other modalities depending on staffing needs.
• Communicates effectively with patients, family members, referring physicians, clinical staff, and clerical staff; answers inbound calls; and coordinates with hospital floors as needed.
• Monitors equipment performance, reports malfunctions or safety concerns, and helps coordinate regular maintenance to ensure daily operability.
• Reviews patient records, imports external images into the PACS system, alerts appropriate clinical staff, and ensures accurate digital archiving.
• Helps control patient flow, triage as needed, provide backup coverage for colleagues, move equipment like C‑ARMs/O‑ARMs, and complete additional duties assigned by supervisors.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

• Commensurate with education and experience

Special Instructions to Applicants: Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

• Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Substance Abuse Testing
• This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

• Hearing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

• Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sitting

Occasional Physical Activity:

• Crouching, Kneeling, Lifting, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

• Yes