Radiology Technologist ( 9:00 AM - 5:30P Mon-Fri)

Primary Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to operate X-ray unit to provide images and complex data for determining medical treatment/diagnosis.
• Verifies Physician order and procedure to assure accuracy.
• Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protcol (including IV placement).
• Utilize Radiology information system to manage patient workflow and facilitate care.
• Maintain a professional and clean environment for the X-ray and CT Departments at all times.
• Monitor RIS for all walk-in procedures; schedule procedures; and review insurance coverage
• before a procedure is performed.
• Ensure customer service is provided in a timely manner.
• Ensures all procedures in X-ray are interpreted in a timely manner.
• Consult with supervisor or manager for problem solving and/or changes in procedures.
• Report incidents in a timely manner not exceeding 24 hours.
• Coordinate the daily cleaning, periodical preventive maintenance of the equipment in X-ray.
• Assist with developing, reviewing, and updating of X-ray protocols and procedures.
• Perform periodical evaluation of X-ray protocols and procedures, under the direction of the Radiologists, to determine quality assurance and/or additional projections requirements.
• Serve as a mentor and resource to train less experienced technologists.
• Maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure the X-ray and CT Departments complies with all State and Federal regulations, as applicable to the areas of responsibility.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate late add-on patients.
• Adhere to the Radiology and Clinic Policy and Procedures and the Code of Conduct.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:

Education, Experience, and Knowledge

• Graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R).
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

Skills and Abilities

• Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service and satisfaction skills.
• Effective coordination of multiple projects.
• Must be knowledgeable in all Radiology procedures and scheduling on Synapse RIS.
• Uses analytical skills for troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Must have excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, listening, and telephone etiquette.
• Excellent computer skills - PC, MS office including data entry in RIS scheduling.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lb.