Job Description

The X-Ray Technologist willmaintainand operate radiology equipment and take diagnostic x-rays for the MAHEC Family Medicine. This role alsoassistswith daily activities of coordinating patient care and clinical staff duties as assigned by RN Clinical Manager. This is a PRN position.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for theday-to-dayoperation of x-ray equipment as needed for diagnostic radiographs on any body part. This includes the knowledge to take diagnostic radiographs, including all darkroom procedures, physicsknowledge asrelated to x-ray equipment, and knowledge of radiation protection.

• Ensure excellent quality radiographs for patients and the Family Medicine Residency teaching program.

• Demonstratea working knowledge of record keeping systems for the radiology department.

• Responsible for associated business and office duties for radiology reporting.

• Clean andmaintainradiology equipment, screens, as needed.

• Maintaincommunicationin regards tothe interface of results.

• Call for x-ray equipment repairs and service updates when needed.

• Assisttheclinical staff with daily activities,including rooming patients, phlebotomy, or otherwise,as directed by the RN Clinical Manager or ClinicalOperationsDirector

• Responsible for cross-coverage for all x-ray services at MAHEC, which includes travel to various clinical sites.

• Participatein CQI activities.

This role description is a general description of the essential job functionsIt is not intended to describe all the duties theX-Ray Technologistmay perform.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Communication Skills

Effectively and respectably communicate with other individuals, whether it be a colleague, patient, or patient’s family member and appropriatelyenumerateinformation in a manner easily understood by all parties. We do this to foster a culture of understanding between all parties, especially in complex anddifficult situations, toultimately providethe best care possibletoour patients and their families.

• Decision Making

Ability to make the mostappropriate decisionin a givensituation and thentakingthe next steps to ensureappropriateandtimelycompletion. This requires conflict resolution skills, critical thinking skills, confidencein your ability to make the right decision in most situations. This also includesabilityto prioritize your workday appropriately to ensure the most important tasks are completed on time.

• HealthCare Knowledge

Having the drive to keep yourself abreast and up to date on the new breakthroughs in your area of expertise and communicating them to the rest of the team, as appropriateThis also includes keeping up with your licensure and yearly training requirements within yourareaexpertisealong with MAHEC’sorganizational training. Finally, the ability to apply the depth of knowledgemaintainedand gained through this process in real life scenarios asappropriate

• Interpersonal Skills

Showing the ability to meetdifficult situationswith grace, professionalism, and understanding. Within your area of expertise, showing respect and showing empathy where appropriate with your colleagues, patients, and their family at all times, even whenitsmost difficult to do so. This is done, in part, by effective listening, being your authentic self, showing responsibility and dependability, and being patient with others.

• Organizational Values

Adherence to MAHEC’s founding principles and incorporating them every day. This includes, among others, having integrity and accountability, reverence for other cultures andequitablepractices,abilityto manage change, and displaying a clear understanding of organizational dynamics. Doing these things creates a culture where people want to dothebest for each other and gives personal ownership towards the goal of helping people in their time of need.

• Problem Solving

Having an analytical mind and ability to work autonomously to solve complex problems that may arise. The wherewithal to think logically through a difficult problem and come toan appropriate resolutionfor a given issue. This helps to drive continuous improvement by thinkingthroughwhere we can improve in a novel way. Measures success by understanding where we are currently and where we want to go and then applying thosenew ideasto affect positive change.

SPECIFIED SKILLS

• COMPUTER

• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database applicationsrequired

• Knowledge and experience documenting patient care in an electronic health record

• FOREIGN LANGUAGE

• Spanish speaking skills preferred.

• SKILLS 

• A working knowledge of physics, as required for operating x-ray equipment and the ability tomaintainquality radiology records

• A working knowledge of human anatomy, asrequiredfor proper patient positioning, to secure radiographs of specific body parts as requested by the referring physician.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules,operatingand maintenance instructions, and procedure manualsrequired

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Light- Moderate energy level: Lift and carry 25 - 35 lbs, Push/Pull 50 - 100lbs(empty bed, stretcher, etc.) 

• Frequent (34 - 66% of Workday) 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Not applicable.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Associates Degree inRadiologic Technologyfrom an ARRT approved School of Radiologic Technology

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience performing DEXA scanning and diabetic annual eye exams.

• One (1) to two (2) yearsof experiencein a primary care ambulatory setting.  

• Phlebotomy experience for patients of all ages.  

REQUIRED LICENSES:

• Certification as a Registered Radiological Technologist by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT)required Mustmaintainmandatory CEUs to recertify.

• Current CPR certification 

SCHEDULE:

Regular attendance on-site is an essential function of this position. Typical business hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm (or flexed to best meet the needs of the clients and/or the Division). Work hours will need to be flexiblein order torespond to special work assignments, or evening activities, as requested by the team leader.

POSITION COMPENSATION:

$26.54/hour

At MAHEC , we strive to equip all team members with Total Rewards (pay + benefits) to honor their service, support their health, manage their financial security, build their career, and thrive.

All MAHEC employees and learners will be required to receive the Flu vaccine or have an approved exemption.

MAHEC Talent Management is located at 121 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803. Equal Opportunity Employer.

MAHEC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Employees who meet federal requirements may be eligible to have remaining student loan balances forgiven after 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time at MAHEC.

If you are interested in this role, and you have related experience and qualifications, we encourage you to apply or reach out to AskTalent@mahec.net for support in your job search process. You could be the talent we are seeking for this or other opportunities.