Radiologic Technologist $1000.00 Sign-On Bonus

Job Description

Job Description

Description : GENERAL SUMMARY

The Radiologic Technologist operates imaging equipment and performs diagnostic x-rays on patients as requested, in order to provide the radiologists and / or physicians with diagnostic information. Assists in preparing procedure rooms as needed.

Requirements :

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION / COMPETENCIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Collaborate on patient medical issues with the physician to determine protocol and procedure.
• Complete Radiologic Imaging and procedures, obtaining optimal images for physician review according to policy and protocol.
• Obtain and record patient identification, medical history, or test results.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports / responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Perform medical care as needed, such as administering oxygen, taking vital signs and giving emergency treatments.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Documents duration of radiation, tests equipment weekly, examines protective x-ray aprons for integrity and documents the results of tests / examinations.
• Maintain, clean and report any issues with equipment.
• Administers appropriate high quality, patient-focused health care.
• Operates imaging equipment and other ancillary equipment properly and safely.
• Practices correct radiation protection, shielding and collimating, and proper exposure factors on each patient.
• Positions patient in the correct position to obtain required radiographs.
• Completes exams in timely and efficient manner and evaluates each film for acceptable technical quality.
• Strives to reduce retakes and conservation of supplies.
• Will be responsible each shift to make sure that the physician on duty is reviewing x-ray reports that were sent out for over-reads to a radiologist.
• Maintains proper filing of all x-rays, discs, and folders.
• Patient care functions may include triage / check-in assessment and discharge, CLIA waived point of care testing, phlebotomy, wound care, splinting application and other treatments ordered by the provider.
• Maintains all clinical documentation, including quality control and compliance logs required by company policy and applicable regulatory agencies.
• Accurately, efficiently, and completely documents all clinical patient care data.
• Utilizes all equipment, supplies, facilities, and resources of the Company in a prudent and efficient manner.
• Participates in department quality improvement activities, staff educational programs, attends departmental meetings, and demonstrates and maintains clinical competency in the delivery of patient care services in accordance with Company guidelines.
• Performs other position related duties as assigned.
• Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and / or violations to a supervisor and / or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED TRAVEL

Travel between urology offices, must be able to operate a truck.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight Frequency

1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing / Pulling Frequency

1-40 lbs. Frequently, from 34-66%

100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency

Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional : from 2% to 33%

Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom : up to 2%

Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional : from 2% to 33%

Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom : up to 2%