Radiology Technologist

Primary Responsibilities

1. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to operate X-ray unit to provide images and complex data for determining medical treatment/diagnosis.

2. Manage patient workflow for X-ray and Bone Density patients.

3. Maintain a professional and clean environment for the X-ray and Bone Density Departments at all times.

4. Monitor RIS for all walk-in procedures; schedule procedures; and review insurance coverage before a procedure is performed.

5. Ensure customer service is provided in a timely manner.

6. Ensures all procedures in X-ray are interpreted in a timely manner.

7. Consult with supervisor or manager for problem solving and/or changes in procedures.

8. Report incidents in a timely manner not exceeding 24 hours.

9. Coordinate the daily cleaning, periodical preventive maintenance of the equipment in X-ray.

10. Assist with developing, reviewing, and updating of X-ray protocols and procedures.

11. Perform periodical evaluation of X-ray protocols and procedures, under the direction of the Radiologists, to determine quality assurance and/or additional projections requirements.

12. Serve as a mentor and resource to train less experienced technologists.

13. Maintain a safe working environment.

14. Ensure the X-ray and Bone Density Departments complies with all State and Federal regulations, as applicable to the areas of responsibility.

15. Maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate late add-on patients.

16. Adhere to the Radiology and Clinic Policy and Procedures and the Code of Conduct.

17. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:

• Education, Experience, and Knowledge

1. Graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology.
2. Registered Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R).
3. Minimum of 1 year experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
4. Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

• Skills and Abilities
• Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service and satisfaction skills.
• Effective coordination of multiple projects.
• Must be knowledgeable in all Radiology procedures and scheduling on Synapse RIS.
• Uses analytical skills for troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Must have excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, listening, and telephone etiquette.
• Excellent computer skills – PC, MS office including data entry in RIS scheduling.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lb.