Job Summary:

An X-Ray Technician performs routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the practice of physicians and other health practitioners running smoothly. In addition, performance of routine radiology studies typical for a physician practice is expected. The duties of Radiology Technician vary from office to office, depending on the location and size of the practice and the practitioners specialty.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists physician with special procedures
• Prepares patients for physician evaluation
• Coordinates the reading of all x-ray films with physician
• Assists physician with evaluation and treatment of patient
• Performs basic functions such as photocopying, scanning and faxing
• Performs basic radiologist tests and oversees the production of x-rays
• Initiating and maintaining correspondence with patients and insurance companies
• Respects and maintains privacy and dignity of patients and assures patient confidentiality at all times
• Represents the clinic in a professional manner in person, in telephone conversations, and in written correspondence
• Maintains accurate record of all x-ray films to include appropriate log entries, x-ray documentation for jackets and accurate filing of films
• Takes patients medical history, information pertaining to the patients visit to the doctor and record vital signs of patients to help the doctor with diagnosis
• Relays information to patients regarding preparation of laboratory tests and examinations Arranges examining room instruments and equipment and keeps the examining rooms neat and clean
• Any other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma
• Orthopedic Experience Preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook is required
• 1-3 experience as an x-ray technician performing diagnostic radiography
• Minimum two years experience in an x-ray department in a hospital or physician s office
• Relevant experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certification by American Registry of Radiographic Technologist license and New Jersey state license

Schedule:

Monday - Thursday, 8:00am - 6:00pm

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.

RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group is a multi-specialty group practice comprised of highly trained and experienced world-class primary and specialty care physicians. RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group physicians provide compassionate and innovative cutting-edge care for people at every stage of life at easily accessible facilities conveniently located throughout New Jersey. Backed by the vast continuum of resources of RWJBarnabas Health, the largest not-for-profit integrated health care delivery system in New Jersey and one of the largest in the nation, our dedicated physicians and expertly trained supporting staff continuously strive for clinical excellence.

We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• 401 (k)
• PTO
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts