Outpatient Ortho Radiology Technologist

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 General Summary of Position

The Outpatient Orthopaedic Radiology Technologist under the general supervision of the Practice Administrator supports the Department of Orthopaedics in hybrid role both as a Radiology Technologist as well as an Orthopaedic Technologist to assist the department in a variety of patient care and radiography functions in a high-volume ambulatory setting.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Ability to float within the department to other sites/locations in MD and VA based on the clinical operating needs of the department to support optimal patient care and satisfaction.
• Acts and communicates professionally at all time and consistently embodies the MedStar SPIRIT values with all patients providers clinical and clerical team members interactions. Escorts patients to exam rooms and obtains patient history answers patient questions and explains procedures; communicates with physician.
• Prepares exam rooms and instruments for examination and testing. Cleans stocks and sterilizes equipment in addition to cleaning and preparing patient rooms for care delivery.
• Updates the EHR system by inputting the patient's chief complaint current mediations allergies past medical history past procedural history etc. Takes vital signs as per protocol or directed by physician.
• Applies modifies and removes casts splints braces etc. Fabricates adjusts and removes orthopedic devices using appropriated tools and instruments. Applies mobilization and immobilization devices as directed.
• Prepares injections as directed and per department protocol.
• Processes charges for orthopedic durable medical equipment and inventories PAR levels. Maintains and stocks orthopedic equipment; makes recommendations as needed.
• Assists physicians with minor diagnostic procedures and treatments as directed. Supports the physician in patient examination testing and education as directed.
• Labels and maintains proper storage of specimens for tests. Delivers tests and obtains results. Performs quality control functions of assigned area as directed.
• Accompanies patients to other areas as directed and assists in meeting patients' needs for comfort and hygiene.
• Assists in scheduling of tests and appointments as directed. Assists in wound care as directed by physician in clinic.
• Operates the digital radiography equipment safely and according to manufacturer's recommendations and prepares and maintains room.
• Communicates effectively with all types of patients to gain their understanding and cooperation with radiographic testing.
• Positions patients correctly and takes preventive steps to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation such as active verification of name and date of birth prior to start of exam. Takes x-rays as ordered to help diagnose a variety of medical problems following the established procedures for patient care and safety.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas. Reports any unsafe or potentially unsafe conditions. Maintains X-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order. Cleans and disinfects x-ray equipment using appropriate materials.
• Requests and orders supplies as necessary. Transports patients to radiographic room as necessary.
• Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology required and
• Associate's degree preferred

Experience

• 1-2 years Work experience in a health care setting preferably a high-volume outpatient setting. required and
• Orthopedic X-ray experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification. required and
• Radiology Technologist license in the State of Maryland Virginia and/or DC depending on assigned work locations. required and
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills and experience in operating digital x-ray equipment preferred.