

You’d also think they’d give you more than a month to get a handle on things, but I guess not. You’d think they’d give you some warning before firing you, but I never got that. When I asked for more of an explanation, I was told that they weren’t there to pick apart my performance and make me feel bad about myself, and that it’s nothing personal. They use like 10 different websites for pulling insurance information, forgive me for not being a master at those in one month. I was unexpectedly pulled aside one day and told I was being let go, and their explanation was because I was still asking some clarifying questions after being there for a month, and they expect people to know those answers by know.

I was really greatful to have this job during a job recession, and I worked hard everyday I went in. It was hurtful, but I’d jut shake it off and get back to work. There would be times where I would even be the only one talking, only to realize, no one was listening to me. No one even registered that I was talking. I would feel a bit isolated at times because my coworkers and management would be talking, and when I’d try to join in, I was constantly talked over. My manager would even tell me how fast I was learning and how great I was doing. This ensures that those parts of a patient’s body not being imaged receive minimal radiation exposure.I was so excited to start working at Clearview, and in the beginning, it was genuinely nice. Modern x-ray systems have very controlled x-ray beams and dose control methods to minimize stray (scatter) radiation. National and international radiology protection organizations continually review and update the technique standards used by radiology professionals. Special care is taken during x-ray examinations to use the lowest radiation dose possible while producing the best images for evaluation. An x-ray examination usually takes 5 to 10 minutes per exam your healthcare provider has ordered. You may be repositioned for another view and the process is repeated.

The technologist will walk behind a wall or into the next room to activate the x-ray machine. You must hold very still and may be asked to hold your breath for a few seconds while the x-ray picture is taken to reduce the possibility of a blurred image. A lead apron may be placed over your pelvic area or breasts when feasible to protect from radiation. Our technologist will position you on the x-ray table and places the x-ray film holder or digital recording plate behind the area of the body being imaged. Be sure to inform our staff if you are or may be pregnant.Īn x-ray examination is a painless procedure. Our x-ray technologist will explain the procedure to you before the exam and answer any questions you might have.
