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Radiology Technologist (PRN) - Poplar Bluff, MO
Summary
The Radiology Tech provides patient care services via diagnostic radiology exams/procedures utilizing radiograph equipment as prescribed by physicians. Applies principals of radiation protection. Provides patient care essential to diagnostic radiology procedures. Performs radiologic procedures for diagnostic purposes. Follow established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
Responsibilities
Follows physician instructions regarding the area of the body to be imaged.
• Verifies patient identity using at least two identifiers and confirms procedure/exam orders, required labs, and patient history.
• Compares patient armband information with the chart or electronic medical record (EMR).
• Obtains and documents patient information including medical history, pregnancy status, procedures performed, and any problems encountered.
• Prepares patients for procedures, explains exams, provides instructions, assists with positioning, and ensures patient safety, comfort, modesty, and confidentiality throughout the scan.
• Assumes responsibility for the physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations.
• Monitors patient condition, notifies nursing staff of changes, and administers basic life support (BLS) when required.
• Operates radiologic equipment competently to produce diagnostic-quality images in accordance with established standards and regulations.
• Produces complete, high-quality images within acceptable time frames and ensures accurate patient and anatomical labeling.
• Applies radiation safety practices and protection measures to ensure the safety of patients, self, and others.
• Uses patient schedules efficiently by coordinating workflow, setting priorities, and responding effectively to schedule changes.
• Ensures priority assignments are completed while maintaining a high level of quality.
• Maintains radiologic equipment in proper working order and reports malfunctions to the supervisor.
• Performs related administrative duties, including completing forms, maintaining procedure logs, retrieving radiologic orders, and entering data into the EMR.
• Maintains adequate radiologic supplies.
• Serves as backup for clinical team members as needed, including assisting with patient flow, EKGs, vital signs, and administering injectables.
• Maintains professional relationships with physicians, patients, and team members.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
Experience Requirements
1. Associates degree in radiology technology is required.
2. BLS – Basic Life Support
3. American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), required.
4. Competency in the science and art of radiologic technology. Knowledge of radiologic standards, requirements and regulations.
• Knowledge of radiologic safety, cleanliness and infection control policies and regulations.
• Knowledge of radiologic equipment uses and maintenance.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication – Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Computer Skills – Proficient ability to use a computer and electronic medical record.
• Confidentiality – Maintain patient, team member and employer confidentiality. Comply with all HIPAA regulations.
• Customer Service Oriented – Friendly, cheerful, and helpful to patients and others.
• Ability to meet patients and others needs while following office policies and procedures.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Flexibility – Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.
• Positiveness – Display a positive attitude and is a positive agent for change.
• Teamwork – Work as part of a team and collaborate with co-workers.
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks in stressful situations.
Work Environment:
• Environmentally controlled medical office environment
• Fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent situations
• Exposure to radiation which is minimized by the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as protective lead aprons, gloves and other shielding devices and monitored by radiation badges
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids, infectious specimens, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a medical office environment
• Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public
Physical Demands:
• Frequent standing, walking, grasping, carrying, reaching, bending, stooping and speaking
• Occasional sitting
• Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling up to 50 pounds, with assistance if needed
• May need to lift or turn patients who are disabled, with assistance if needed
• Frequent use of computer, keyboard, copy and fax machine and phone
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