X-Ray Technician
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Direct Hire | On-Site
Position Summary
A rapidly expanding, innovative healthcare organization in the Greater New Orleans area is seeking a skilled, versatile X-Ray Technician to join its dynamic primary care team.
For clinical professionals who are ambitious, patient-focused, and thrive in an engaging, supportive environment, this role offers a diverse and rewarding daily workflow. In this dual-capacity position, you will provide critical diagnostic radiological imaging while assisting with general primary care clinical duties under provider supervision. Because dedicated X-ray volume fluctuates throughout the day, blending imaging expertise with medical assisting ensures active team involvement and comprehensive patient care delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnostic Radiological Imaging: Perform high-quality X-ray examinations for patients (including geriatric populations), ensuring optimal positioning, appropriate radiation protection, and accurate exposure settings.
- Dual Clinical & Medical Assisting Support: Escort patients to exam rooms, obtain vital signs, perform phlebotomy/blood draws, conduct EKGs, assist with minor procedures, change dressings, and sanitize/stock treatment rooms.
- Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Maintain strict compliance with radiation safety protocols, OSHA guidelines, HIPAA regulations, and internal quality assurance standards.
- EMR & Administrative Documentation: Accurately log diagnostic imaging parameters, update electronic medical records (EMR), maintain digital image files, and track referral workflows.
- Patient Care Coordination: Deliver compassionate, high-touch customer service, explaining imaging procedures clearly to reduce patient anxiety and collaborating with multidisciplinary providers.
Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited program for Radiological Technology or Basic X-Ray Machine Operator required; graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred. High School Diploma or GED required.
- Licensure & Credentials:
- Current state licensure or certification to practice medical imaging in accordance with Louisiana state regulations (ARRT registration/certification required or eligible).
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
- Clinical Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience as an X-Ray Technologist in an outpatient, urgent care, or primary care environment.
- Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems and standard healthcare computer applications.
- Interpersonal Capabilities: Strong clinical multitasking ability, warm patient communication skills, and a collaborative team-player mentality.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans available on Day 1 of employment.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching up to 6% (eligible on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment).
- Accrued vacation time, dedicated paid sick leave bank, and a floating holiday allotment.
- Company-paid holiday time off for 7 recognized annual holidays.
Salary: The posted range is not a guarantee. The actual hourly rate will be based on qualifications, experience, and education. Contact us for more information.
If you're excited about the potential of this role, we’d love to hear from you!