JOB SUMMARY
The Radiologic Technologist Clinic, under general supervision of a
Radiologist, performs Diagnostic and/or Fluoroscopic Imaging procedures on
ambulatory patients in a Physician Office, or Clinic Setting as requested by a
physician or other licensed provider. The technologist must be able to
effectively explain the procedure to the patient and be sure they are
comfortable and at ease during the exam and provide care to the patients while
obtaining diagnostic quality images for interpretation by a Radiologist.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Identifies patient service requirements by utilizing AIDET when communicating
with patients to ensure they perform the correct exam on the correct patient,
establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other
persons in a position to understand the service requirements.
Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting
immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting
equipment controls to set exposure factors.
Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection
techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge
of exposure factors.
Documents pregnancy status of female patients of child bearing age and the
shielding precautions taken in the performance of the imaging study.
Ensures operation of Radiology equipment by performing quality checks
following manufacturer's recommendations and trouble-shooting equipment as
required, calling in repairs when necessary.
Maintains radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine
inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders
for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Wears personal monitoring device on collar and outside of apron consistently
and submits it promptly and regularly for assessment of occupational dosage.
Reports any loss, damage, or unusual events associated with personal
monitoring device immediately to the Radiation Safety Office.
Participates in the modality specific QA/QC program and Ensures compliance
with regulations.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Able to perform high quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol
in a timely manner.
Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in
compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and
procedures.
Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight.
Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and
take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.
Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing
courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction
scores and developing action plans when required.
Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills
appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department):
newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.
Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members
and on new services and initiatives.
Able to take call, if required.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
- MAJOR - Radiologic Technology
- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R)
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS in 30 days of hire or transfer.
Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
