Radiology Technician

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Radiology Technician t 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.

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.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

• License and certification as required by state.
• Valid ARRT Certification in Radiography.
• BLS certification required, ACLS preferred.

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

Knowledge of routine to complex Radiologic procedures and protocols.

• Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR.
• Knowledge of database management.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare coding systems, and clinics functions.
• Knowledge of governmental regulations and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of computer applications, including information and billing systems, keyboard input, digital archiving, and retrieving of data including Microsoft Office.
• Skill in operation of Radiologic equipment as well as applicable ancillary equipment.
• Ability to work independently and multitask.
• Ability to provide documentation accurately and concisely.
• Demonstrates understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiopharmacology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to assist patients for transfer from stretcher, wheelchair or in an emergency situation.
• Ability to provide compassionate care to patients and family
• Critical thinking skills and ability to make decisive judgment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks.
• Ability to monitor own work to ensure quality.
• Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and business correspondence
• Ability to effectively present information and r