Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Escort patients to dressing and x-ray rooms, provide verbal and/or written instructions and assist patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety and comfort during exam.

• Operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Position radiologic equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance according to specification of examination. Take x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.

• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and team members.

• Ensure radiologic equipment remains in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to Practice Manager or supervisor.

• Perform related administrative duties including using the DICOM Worklist, the PACS , and the electronic Medical Record system (EMR).

• Maintain adequate radiologic supplies.

• Perform all other duties as assigned .

Requirements/Qualifications:

• 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.

• Positivity – 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 under stressful situations.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Associate’s Degree or higher preferred

Minimum Qualifications:

• Radiologic Technologist experience preferred Certification and Licensure:
• Radiologic Technologist licensure required
• ARRT certification required

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

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent standing, walking, grasping, carrying, reaching, bending, stooping and speaking