X Ray Technologist Limited Scope - Tuberculosis Elimination Program

Position Description

The Tuberculosis (TB) Elimination Program at the Metro Public Health Department (MPHD) is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, X Ray Technologist.

The TB Elimination Program works with community agencies, providers, and hospitals to identify persons who have active TB disease. Diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up services are provided to all persons in Davidson County who are diagnosed with active TB disease. Contact investigations are conducted in partnership with patients who have active TB disease to identify, evaluate, and treat individuals who have been exposed to active TB. Directly observed therapy is provided to all persons with TB disease, children, and some high-risk contacts.

If you have any questions about this position please contact MPHD HR at (615)-340-5640.

Typical Duties

• Performs ancillary testing and tasks as ordered by treating clinicians.
• Adjusts switches regulating length and intensity of exposure and makes minor adjustments to equipment.
• Assists with community TB screenings and research studies, and other duties as assigned.
• Administers routine chest X-ray exams as ordered by the treating clinician.
• Positions patients under X-ray machine, adjusts immobilization devices, and provides appropriate radiation protection.
• Maintains record of tests performed, i.e., radiologic report posting/charting.
• Assists with clinic and directly observed therapy (DOT) outreach duties.
• Maintains quality assurance by performing appropriate validity tests and keeping quality assurance records.

Minimum Qualifications

• Limited or full Medical Radiologic Technologist Certificate (LMRT).
• Graduate of accredited program for X-ray technologist.
• Tennessee Division of Health-Related Boards issued certificate.

Valid driver’s license, use of personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply, however at the present time MPHD is not sponsoring individuals through any of the US Government’s employment-based immigration programs.

MPHD seeks to be a socially and culturally responsive organization that acknowledges and addresses historical and current inequities in our public health promotion and practice. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work with multicultural communities.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to check vital signs.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, clinical office environment.

Full-time, Civil Service positions -
10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)
1 Sick Day per month
12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -
20 vacation days per year
3 Personal days per year
1 Sick Day per month
12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.