Radiology Technologist - Full Time

Description

Position Summary

The Radiographer Technologist provides patient services as a member of the clinical team, using imaging modalities. Performs radiographic procedures, applies principles of radiation protection and the ALARA principle, exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures, provides patient care essential to radiographic procedures, recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action, and initiates life support measures. Establishes and maintains a good rapport and professional relationship with fellow employees and the physician staff. Employees will help maintain patient flow, maximize the delivery of quality patient care, and ensure patient confidentiality at all times. The employee will be required to assist with patient registration, triaging, and other duties as needed. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Duties and Responsibilities

Greets patients in the waiting area in a courteous, professional manner, ensures patient flow runs smoothly and efficiently, and escorts patients to the discharge counter after treatment.

Obtains patient history: assesses/triages patient, measures vital signs, and records information on patient chart.

Position instruments and equipment and hands to the provider when directed. Cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment after use.

Administers injections, medications, eye and ear irrigations, and enemas, dresses/bandages wounds and incisions, draws blood, and assists provider with any procedures, as directed. All actions taken are by provider orders only.

Performs diagnostic tests including eye exam, electrocardiograph, defibrillator, cardiac monitor, oxygen equipment, pulse ox, peak flow, and inhalation treatment equipment.

• Performs CLIA-waived lab tests, draws blood, and collects, labels, and processes lab specimens for send-out.
• Performs occupational medicine protocols, using proper techniques and guidelines.
• Ensures preparation for pick-up and shipment to the appropriate laboratory.

Correctly prepares and administers medication. Uses patient identifiers prior to administration of medication. Documents administration in required logs.

• Removes sutures and/or staples and changes sterile and non-sterile dressing.
• Completes medical chart to include medical services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
• Performs patient callbacks, arranges for referrals and testing, and schedules follow-up appointments.
• Monitors disposable inventory and places orders for medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
• Performs quality checks on medical equipment to ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Assists with registration and performs additional clerical duties when necessary.

Introduces self to patient and patient’s family if appropriate; communicates with the patient, explains the procedure(s), and alleviates anxiety.

Presents examination education to the patient prior to the exam, and gives post-procedure instructions pertinent to the exam performed.

Interview the patient to obtain patient’s medical history or important information regarding the nature of the exam being performed; document that information appropriately

Utilizes shielding /collimation to minimize patient radiation exposure, complies with Radiation Safety Procedures and ALARA principles; monitors own radiation exposure

• Properly performs radiographic modalities and procedures.
• Collect all necessary forms from patients regarding a release for the procedure to be performed.

Assists in training other clinical staff on the positioning of patients and guidelines regarding radiation exposure.

The Clinic staff may also include ancillary personnel who are supervised by the professional staff.

Other duties as assigned. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Qualifications

• Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Rad Tech program.

Licenses/Certification

• Rad Tech certification.
• Must obtain and maintain a current certification in BLS.

Experience

Prior Rad Tech experience is preferred.

Skills

• Understanding of medical coding and billing.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations including OSHA, HIPAA, blood-borne pathogens, and others.
• Competent with common PC applications including Internet, Email, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate new and current provider staff.

Working Conditions

• May be exposed to/occasionally exposed to patient elements.
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations and interruptions.
• Occasionally subjected to irregular hours.
• Occasional pressure due to a fast-paced environment.
• The position may require lifting, carrying, or pushing equipment or patients.

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Requirements

• Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to see with corrective eyewear.
• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance.
• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases.
• May be in contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances.
• Able to handle emergency or crisis situations.
• Will be required to wear protective equipment as necessary.
• Ability to escort or transport patient by wheelchair or stretcher
• Frequently: Sitting, walking, standing.
• Occasionally: Bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, lifting, carrying, pushing, traveling.
• Ability to lift 15-20 pounds