Radiology Tech- PRN

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 imaging medical records into EMR system and preparing x-ray CD’s upon patient request.
• Completing all competency and skill training per company policy.

PAY & BENEFITS

• Opportunities for internal training and development
• Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
• Most positions offer Monday – Friday work schedules

RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• 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).
• ARRT American registry of Radiologic Technologists Required
• Completion of an approved program resulting in Radiologic Technologist License
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist registered or registry eligible. Eligible personnel must submit a registration application within 90 days of employment. Eligible personnel must be registered within 12 months.

RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Typical business office environment
• Possibility of local travel
• Constant viewing of computer monitor, moussing 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 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Must be occasionally able to work early, late and long hours, as needed, to meet the essential functions of the job
• Hours and days will vary as PRN