Radiology Technologist (Multi-Modality-CT/X-Ray and/or MRI)

Full job description Join the Kymera Independent Physicians Radiology Team! Are you a skilled Rad Tech seeking a workplace that values your expertise and provides a welcoming environment for your fulfilling radiology career? We invite you to be a part of our Radiology family at Kymera Independent Physicians. Experience as a CT Technologist is preferred. Duties : Turn on x-ray unit and perform warm-up procedure posted on control panel. Turn on Bone Density machine and perform QA check with calibration block. Ensure orders received from provider are complete and reflect accurate diagnosis/code(s). Escort patients from waiting area or exam rooms and explain procedure(s). Prepare patients for radiological procedures by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors. Provide assistance with such tasks as dressing and changing to seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients. Assist/lift patients onto table for radiology procedures as needed. Ensure patients remove jewelry and other metallic objects before procedures, assist as needed. Follow precise instructions about the areas needing imaging to obtain quality images. Minimize radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques in accordance with OSHA requirements, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors. Maintain/ensure cleanliness of camera/bone density exam rooms after each use, sterilizing surfaces and restocking supplies as needed. Document patient care services and examinations(s) performed in Electronic Medical Records. Complete rad documentation of procedure to allow for charge entry for all radiology exams. At the end of each clinic day, properly close Radiology and Bone Density departments; ensure equipment is shut-down and exam rooms are prepared/cleaned for next day. Maintain radiological equipment in accordance with OSHA standards. Complete preventive maintenance, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshoot malfunctions and coordinate with Radiology Manager need for maintenance/repairs. Contact patients with appointment information; verify dates/times. Notify patient of all special/prep instructions for Pet-CT, Nuc testing, etc. Print orders for previous studies; fax to V-Rad. Upload studies/images from disc completed by outside sources; using proper naming protocol. Download scans to disc for Patients/Providers. Ensure all patients receive copy of studies on disc prior to departure. Monitor radiology supply inventory and notify manager of supply orders as needed. Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions. Cross-train in other departments, become familiar with Job Descriptions of other clinic positions as directed by Practice Manger; cover areas as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Maintain compliance with HIPAA & OSHA regulations and complete all required training Work Remotely No Job Type: Full-time Medical Specialty: Radiology Experience: Medical Imaging: 3 years (Preferred) License/Certification: BLS Certification (Preferred) ARRT Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr