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X-Ray Technician

Location: Southern California

Employment Summary

• Company: MSLA, A Medical Corporation
• Industries: Medical Evaluation Services
• Job Type: Part-Full Time Employee
• Relevant Work Experience: Minimum one year.
• Education Level: High School Diploma (Bachelor's Degree Preferred)
• Disability Evaluation and Workers Compensation knowledge preferred.

Job Description

• Produce x-ray films (radiographs) of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems.
• Prepare patients for radiologic examinations by explaining the procedure, removing jewelry and other articles through which x rays cannot pass, and positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately radiographed.
• Prevent unnecessary exposure to radiation using protection devices, such as lead shields, or limit the size of the x-ray beam.
• Position radiographic equipment at the correct angle and height over the appropriate area of a patient’s body.
• Set controls on x-ray machine to produce radiographs of the appropriate density, detail, and contrast and place the x-ray film under the part of the patient’s body to be examined and make the exposure.
• Follow physicians’ orders precisely and conform to regulations concerning the use of radiation to protect themselves, their patients, and their coworkers from unnecessary exposure.
• Keep patient records and adjust and maintain equipment. May prepare work schedules, evaluate purchases of equipment, or manage a radiology department.
• Perform back office duties such as history taking, vital signs, EKG, PFT, Dopplers, and other duties as assisgned.
• Perform some administrative/front-desk duties such as checking patients in and out, copying, faxing, closing charts, and other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Skills

• Certification or Associates Degree Required
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job
• Exceptional presentation skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Sat/Sun availability.
• Evening hours may be assigned.