X-Ray Technician

Job code

6336

Job family

Health Care Practitioners

Job level

Classified Represented

Minimum salary

$25.25

Maximum salary

$30.92

Pay range frequency

Hourly

Compensation grade

16

Job profile FLSA

Non-Exempt

Class information

This is a standalone job profile and is not part of a series. Positions in this job profile provide technical health care support, in clinic or institutional settings, including radiological exams and laboratory assistance.

Job description

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

  • Perform radiological exams on patients; position and immobilize patients; operate radiological equipment and process radiographs, as ordered by physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Maintain patient records by labeling x-ray film with patient name, date, view, and explore factors; maintain quality assurance records; observe the confidentiality of patient medical records.
  • Perform radiological exams according to prescribed safety procedures.
  • Prepare and submit orders for radiological supplies; determine type and amount of supplies needed; review back orders; receive and return merchandise.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

LEVEL AND TYPE OF WORK AND/OR SUPERVISION:

X-Ray Technician

  • Entry level
  • Technical
  • Perform the more routine duties as assigned with increasing independence.
  • Decisions made or actions taken require higher-level review and work is checked for progress and reviewed for quality and compliance to policy and procedures.
  • Typically, incumbents may use the entry level to obtain the proficiencies to qualify at the next level in the classification series.
  • Receive general supervision from manager or staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.  Requirements are determined at the time of recruitment based on responsibilities of the individual position and business needs of the department.

X-Ray Technician

Training and experience for entry level, technical classifications are typically equivalent to an associate's degree and up to one (1) year of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position. (Equivalency 2-3 years of qualifying training and/or experience).

Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check, have a valid driver license, and/or additional training, licenses, or certificates.

REQUIRED TRAINING, LICENSES, AND/OR CERTIFICATES:

  • Possession of Limited Diagnostic Radiologic Technology permit from the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging with qualifications in at least the following anatomic areas: chest, spine, extremities, and pelvis.