Imaging Tech Assistant Part Time Urgent Care Battle Creek

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Location

BBC Bronson Battle Creek

Title

Imaging Tech Assistant Part Time Urgent Care Battle Creek

Under general supervision of a licensed physician and according to established policies, procedures, and protocols performs radiographic studies of patient organs, anatomical areas, and body systems to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of injuries or disease. Provides primary clinical care of a variety of injuries related to patients admitted to the clinic. Performs other related duties as assigned. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Associate’s degree required, with formal education and training for radiation; and 1-2 years of relevant experience required. Certification from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required within 1 year of hire.

• Communication

• Interpersonal skills

• Customer relations skills

• Computer skills (Healthquest)

• Basic math skills

• Analytical skills

• Ability to concentrate

• High degree of flexibility

• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a stressful situation

• Ability to cope with a high level of stress

• Ability to make fast decisions under pressure

• Ability to concentrate

• High degree of flexibility

• Ability to demonstrate a high degree of patience

• Ability to cope with the anger/fear/hostility of others in a calm manner

• Ability to cope with confrontation

• Ability to assist with problem resolution

Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.  Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.

• Provides primary clinical diagnostic assistance for examinees medical examinations and for injury care.  Provide any patient or examinee with medical/technical assistance involving any of the multiple diagnostic or treatment methods and modalities.

• Obtains patient medical history from written records and interviews and notes patient medical condition that may adversely affect positioning, sequencing, etc.  Explains procedures and gives instructions to patients and family members when appropriate to maximize test quality.

• Determines x-ray technique(s).  Makes specific adjustments for trauma patients.  Documents settings, type of radiograph, etc.

• Assists patients onto tables and positions them for procedure.  Applies patient protective devices and may use simple devices to hold patient securely in place.

• Performs routine diagnostic exams (skeletal, chest, abdominal, and upper and lower extremity studies).  Ensures results of emergency radiographs are reported promptly.

• Performs other diagnostic and treatment procedures as directed.  Responsibilities include:  electrocardiography, injections, minor laboratory procedures including phlebotomy and other specimen collection, oxygen administration, spirometry, wound care, CPR, dispensation of medications, emergency first-aid, minor surgical assistance, and visual acuity testing.  Cross-disciplinary orientation and training will be accomplished on the job during the first 90 days or as otherwise specified for the following: audiometric testing training and certification required during the first year; American Heart/American Red Cross BCLS certification required during the first 60 days; dispensation of medications including narcotics under the control of a registered nurse, physician assistant, or physician only.

• Sets, calibrates, and operates a variety of equipment used in performing radiologic tests and processing of films. Calculates proper exposure rates for minimal radiation exposure.  Reviews images for accuracy and quality.

• Perform initial patient work-ups, including showing patient to exam room, taking personal and medical histories, taking blood pre