Urgent Care Radiologic Technologist - South Boston, Va

JobSummary: Performs radiologic examinations following established procedures for patient care and safety, and performs general clinical duties to ensure good patient flow.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Prepares patients for radiologic Takes X-Rays following established procedures for patient care and safety.
2. Uses a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials
3. Ensures equipment is in working Reports equipment malfunctions to Practice Manager.
4. Logs radiologic procedures Processes related paperwork using computer equipment as directed.
5. Maintains examination room; stocks necessary medical and radiologic
6. Responsible for packaging, signing of medical records release forms and logging X-Rays.
7. Ensures all radiographs achieve a radiographic interpretation by clarifying
8. Performs general clinical duties to ensure good patient These duties include, but are not limited to:
   1. Taking vital signs
   2. Rooming in VLD
   3. Injections under provider supervision
   4. Venipuncture
   5. Snellen Eye Chart
   6. CLIA Waived Lab Testing
   7. Orthopedic Splinting
   8. Bandaging (without packing)
   9. Set Up and Chaperone (if needed) during procedures/exams (e.g. pelvic, laceration repairs)
   10. Calling 911 and transfer process
   11. Hazardous Waste Disposal
   12. Exam Room Turnover
   13. EKG
   14. Ear Lavage
9. Performs Occupational Medicine Services to include UDS, BAT, various employer physicals, Audiogram, and Spirometry.
10. Cross train on the patient registration process and front office procedures.
11. Maintain HIPAA standards and confidentiality regarding patient personal and financial information.
12. All other duties as

 

Other Duties and Responsibilities
Other duties as assigned; please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

1. Minimum high school degree or
2. ARRT or
3. Virginia State Licensure.
4. Previous experience in a fast-paced patient care setting is preferred.
5. Basic Life Support (BLS) is preferred and is required within 90 days of hire.
6. Currently possess or are willing to be obtain Occupational Medicine Certifications.

 

SKILLS:

 

1. Ability to communicate in English both verbally and
2. Excellent interpersonal
3. Excellent communication skills with providers, staff, management, patients and
4. Proficient knowledge of X-Ray procedures and
5. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-Ray testing including body mechanics and patient
6. Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to
7. Ability to identify equipment problems and correcting or notifying Practice Manager.
8. Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work
9. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, patients, and
10. Able to withstand physical & mental demands: standing, walking, stooping, bending. Requires ability to move equipment and transfer Occasional stress in working with tense patients.
11. Basic computer
12. Up-to-date on state mandated CEUs for licensure.
13. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency
14. Flexibility and willingness to adapt.