Job Summary
Produces radiographs of various anatomical parts for diagnostic purposes as directed by the Orthopedic Physician.
Essential Job Functions
- Verifies pertinent data about the patient and procedure.
- Verifies patient identification using two identifiers.
- Verifies the physician order.
- Reviews the physician order to determine the optimal imaging procedure for suspected pathology.
- Verifies the patient's pregnancy status when appropriate.
- Provides information to the patient about the procedure.
- Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure.
- Provides accurate explanations and instructions at a level the patient understands.
- Analyzes the information obtained during assessment phase and determines optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis.
- Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedure.
- Selects appropriate shielding and immobilization devices.
- Obtains optimum images during exam / procedure.
- Sets adjusts radiographic equipment.
- Positions patients to obtain diagnostic images per physician direction.
- Utilizes equipment to maximize images.
- Develops films for review by the physician.
- Maintains storage of developed films.
- Documents accurate information about patient and exam.
- Accurately marks films with patient identifiers, name / SSN
- Accurately marks films with R & L or other markers per protocol.
- Maintains equipment and workstation in optimum condition.
- Performs daily QC on radiographic equipment.
- Assure adequate patient care and office supplies are maintained.
- Performs other duties of medical assistant and / or medical secretary on an as needed basis within physician office setting to ensure an efficient work flow for Orthopedic practice.
- Checks in patient by gathering the appropriate demographic information and verification of same
- Assists physician / physician assistant / extended by rooming patients and prepares x-ray image for viewing in exam room
- Assists physician / physician assistant / extended as needed to ensure expedition of patient care
- Checks out patient by scheduling return appointment as necessary
- Calls for authorization of MRI and surgical procedures as needed
- May complete forms / faxes as necessary as they regard to the patients treatment and follow up
- May assist in surgical scheduling as needed
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
- Related training / experience (preferably within the past five years)
- Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, and sound judgment.
- Strong ability to communicate complex and / or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Medical Terminology
- One-year medical-surgical experience
License, Certification & Clearances
- Current Registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
- Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
- Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.
LEAN
Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements.
Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one’s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela’s missions, vision and values.
AAP / EEO
Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class.
Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.
Work Environment
Effective March 2020 or during pandemic : goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and / or transfer device is required.
Essential Absolute Necessity.
Marginal Minimal Necessity.
Constantly 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps / shift.
Frequently 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps / shift.
Occasionally 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps / shift.
Rarely Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps / shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
Extreme Cold
Heights
Confined Spaces
Extreme Noise(>
85dB)
Mechanical Hazards
Use of Vibrating Tools
Operates Vehicle (company)
Operates Heavy Equipment
Use of Lifting / Transfer Devices
Rotates All Shifts
8 Hours Shifts
10-12 Hours Shifts
On-Call
Overtime(+8 / hrs / shift; 40 / hrs / wk)
Travel Between Sites
Direct Patient Care
Respirator Protective Equipment
Eye Protection
Head Protection (hard hat)
Hearing Protection
Hand Protection
Feet, Toe Protection
Body Protection
Latex Exposure
Solvent Exposure
Paint (direct use) Exposure
Dust (sanding) Exposure
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
Blood / Body Fluid Exposure
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
Mist Exposure
Wax Stripper (direct use)
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
Laser Exposure
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and / or transfer device is required.
Essential Absolute Necessity.
Marginal Minimal Necessity.
Constantly 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps / shift.
Frequently 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps / shift.
Occasionally 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps / shift.
Rarely Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps / shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
Sitting
Walking
Climbing Stairs
Climbing Ladders
Standing
Kneeling
Squatting (Crouching)
Twisting / Turning
Keyboard / Computer Operation
Gross Grasp
Fine Finger Manipulation
Hand / Arm Coordination
Pushing / Pulling(lbs. of force)
Carry
Transfer / Push / Pull Patients
Seeing Near w / Acuity
Feeling (Sensation)
Color Vision
Hearing Clearly
Pulling / Pushing Objects Overhead
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
Reaching Forward
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and / or transfer device is required.
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