RADIOLOGIC TECH/RHEUMATOLOGY OFFICE- M-TH (745-5) and F (745-12)

Job Description

Job Description

GREAT HOURS (Mon-Fri).  NO WEEKENDS. NO HOLIDAYS. MEDICAL OFFICE SETTING. 

Toledo Clinic's Rheumatology Office, Arthritis Associates, is seeking a full-time Rad Tech to provide support in their office setting.  The office is located on Woodley Rd in Toledo OH.  This position will work Mon/Tues/Thurs (7:45am - 5:00pm), Wed (7:45am - 4:00pm) and Fri (7:45am - noon). 

General Summary: 

Performs radiology procedures as ordered by physician

Works under the supervision of the attending physician(s) and/or the practice manager  

Principal Duties & Responsibilities: 

  Example of Essential Duties:

1. Perform Routine Radiographic Procedures required by physicians.
2. Perform Dexa Scans, analyze & run FRAX.

Other Essential Duties May Include (but are not limited to):

1. Scheduling x-ray appointments in the EHR and radiology programs.
2. Preparing patients for exams, explaining procedures, reviewing medical history, and adhering to safety protocols.
3. Positioning patients accurately for requested X-ray views and adjusting equipment to obtain optimal images.
4. Exercise Radiation Safety ;  Applying shielding and techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and themselves.
5. Using digital radiography equipment, as well as maintaining, cleaning, and troubleshooting machinery. Monitor equipment/report issues and schedule preventative maintenance/request service when instructed.
6. Documenting, processing, and storing images in PACS and maintaining patient records.
7. Maintain x-ray area to be kept clean and free of clutter. Prepare and sanitize appropriately between patients
8. Maintain x-ray storage.
9. Retrieve & sign out x-rays as necessary per patient/physician/outside request.
10. Other miscellaneous duties as assigned such as scanning, faxing, answering phones, verifying insurance

  Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: 

Required:

- Registered through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists along with 1 year experience

- State licensure required. 

- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

- Consistently arrives at work, in professional attire, on time and completes all tasks within established time frame. 

-Strong communication, attention to detail, patient positioning skills, and proficiency with Electronic Health Records.

- Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed. 

- Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.

- Adheres to all Toledo Clinic policies and procedures.

Education: Successful completion of accredited radiologic technologist program.