Radiology Tech

Job Description Job Description Description: RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST POSITION OVERVIEW:
Radiologic Technologist will provide radiology services while providing exceptional care to patients in a busy, high-paced orthopedic setting. Applicants must have strong patient care and communication skills. Must be independent, self-starting, and highly motivated. Excellent teamwork is required.

RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Perform x-ray examinations on patients; confirm the appropriate exam has been ordered; prepare patients for x-ray; obtain risk of pregnancy information from female patients; determine appropriate exposure factors on x-ray equipment.
Operate processing equipment; review images for accuracy; submit images to providers for review; complete procedures while maintaining quality of work within an established time frame.
Perform routine radiographic examinations while practicing radiation safety (ALARA) procedures.
Assist in duties outside of scope during down time, such as maintaining/scanning medical records into EMR system; distributing incoming electronic faxes to appropriate departments within company; preparing x-ray CD’s upon patient request.

PAY & BENEFITS:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Generous PTO package and paid holidays
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
Opportunities for internal training and development
Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing
Most positions offer Monday – Friday work schedules

RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
Completion of an approved course of study in Radiologic Technology.
R.R.T. registration in Diagnostic Radiography.
Ability to work with a diversity of patients in orthopedics.
Demonstrates the ability to work independently and as a member of a healthcare team.
Experience working with electronic medical record systems and picture archiving and communications systems (PACS).

RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST WORKING CONDITIONS:
Typical business office environment
Possibility of local travel
Constant viewing of computer monitor, mousing and typing
Frequent standing, walking and sitting
Frequent stooping, lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling 10 pounds or more
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must be able to work early, late and long hours, as needed, to meet the essential functions of the job
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