Xray Technologist

The University of Vermont Health Network seeks an Xray Technologist to perform high quality diagnostic imaging in an academic medical setting. You will prepare and position patients, operate digital radiography equipment, follow physician orders, and ensure accurate imaging for diagnosis and treatment. Responsibilities include maintaining radiation safety standards, verifying patient identity, documenting procedures in the EMR, and assisting during emergent studies. You'll collaborate with radiologists, nurses, and providers, support patient education, mentor students, and contribute to a culture of learning, inclusion, and continuous quality improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic X-ray exams per provider orders
• Position and prepare patients, explaining procedures and ensuring comfort
• Operate and troubleshoot digital radiography and PACS equipment
• Apply radiation safety and ALARA principles for patients and staff
• Verify patient identity and exam details; maintain accurate documentation in EMRCollaborate with radiologists, nurses, and providers to support care plans
• Assist with urgent and emergent imaging studies in ED and inpatient units
• Maintain imaging rooms, supplies, and infection control standards
• Participate in quality improvement and protocol optimization
• Support orientation and mentoring of students or new technologists

Required Skills

• Diagnostic radiography (X-ray)
• Patient positioning and immobilization
• Radiation safety and ALARA compliance
• Digital radiography systems
• PACS image management
• Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
• Infection control practices
• Emergency/trauma imaging protocols
• Anatomy and radiographic pathology recognition
• Communication with patients and clinical teams