Urgent Care Radiology Technician

American Family Care Joplin (AFC Joplin) - Urgent Care
Job Summary
Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of injuries and disease. In addition to x-ray tech duties, this position will also be required to serve as medical receptionist or medical assistant. This is a FT to PT position and is a nonexempt position. This position reports directly to the Clinic Director. AFC Joplin is an EOE.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities – X-Ray Tech

• Greet patient, ensure that the patient has removed all jewelry and metal objects, is wearing the appropriate medical gown and is not pregnant.
• Prepare and position the patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of the body as requested by the physician.
• Explain procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Maintain a neat and clean working environment and ensure all supplies have been ordered and stocked.
• Process images and review for proper identification and quality control.
• Utilize both digital and non digital diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with approved radiology techniques and all policies and procedures.
• Prepare images for reading by physician as well as contact any additional physicians if a second opinion is needed.
• Aid provider with prescribed patient treatments in accordance with approved standards, policies, procedures and protocol as necessary.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
• Complete forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
• Observe safety and security procedures; promote a safe and pleasant work environment.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation.
• Report potentially unsafe conditions to management.
• Regular attendance to ensure efficient clinic operations.
• Completion of duties as a medical assistant or receptionist when responsibilities as X-Ray Tech are not required at that time.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage difficult or emotional customer situations, respond promptly to customer needs.
• Treat people with respect, inspire trust of others, work with integrity, and uphold organizational values.
• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
• Serve as Medical Receptionist if/when needed
• Adapt to change in work environment, manage competing demands

Qualifications
Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or six months to one year related experience and/or training. ARRT-registered or board eligible preferred. Medical Assistant Certification or registry, Practical Nursing License, EMT or Paramedic certification or license preferred.
Physical Demands/Work Environment (optional)

• Standing regularly throughout the shift.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.