Radiologic Technologist

• POSITION SUMMARY
• Responsible for performing diagnostic imaging exams requested by providers while following all relevant guidelines for patient safety.
• RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Patient Care/Imaging:
• Takes radiographs following established procedures for patient care and safety including:
• Follows manufacturer guidelines for technical factors and employs ALARA techniques while taking radiographic images
• Optimal patient preparation and positioning
• Consistent and accurate labeling of images per department protocol
• Reviews images, makes quality adjustments, and makes images available to providers for review on computer system
• Uses a variety of radiation protection, shielding for patients and monitoring materials for staff including wearing badges and maintaining required documentation for compliance purposes
• Based on location assigned, may operate C-Arm for fluoroscopy procedures in office setting; maintaining sterile field, and practicing proper radiation safety techniques.
• Equipment Maintenance and Safety:
• Ensures equipment is in working order and completes/maintains QA records as required.
• Performs troubleshooting on radiography equipment/software and contacts service providers when problems require a service call
• Support Efficient Workflow:
• Escorts patients to and from exam and x-ray room.
• Accurately inputs orders, charges or other information required in EMR and processes related documentation to facilitate patient flow through clinic.
• Imaging rooms are cleaned and stocked with necessary supplies and communicates supply needs as needed
• Initiative:
• Seeks out assignments, added duties, or opportunities to learn when assigned work is complete, as patient census or workload permits, or to otherwise fill down time productively.
• Proposes new ideas, makes suggestions, and seeks opportunities to improve processes or workflow through appropriate channels
• Attempts to problem solve when assigned work is disrupted, equipment is down, etc. before involving supervisor.
• TEAMWORK
• Teamwork:
• Willingly provides coverage, volunteers assistance, and maintains workflows within department as needed without direct instruction/supervision.
• Works cooperatively and refrains from participating in negative conversations.
• Shares knowledge and insights with co-workers in a constructive manner.
• Works to solve problems and address conflicts with appropriate person directly before involving leadership or uninvolved peers.
• Is considerate of others in the work environment with regard to taking breaks or meal periods, use of computer and phone, noise level in the department, etc.
• POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
• Policies and Procedures
• Knows and complies with policies and procedures as enumerated in the Orthopedic One Employee Handbook and policies and procedures documents.
• Provides assistance and support to leadership in implementing policies and procedures as necessary.
• Actively participates in training, and conducting day to day work activity by adhering to all policies and procedures as enumerated in compliance and risk management programs.
• QUALIFICATIONS
• Education, Experience, Certification and Licensure Requirements:
• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program and holds current Ohio license and ARRT certification. Must maintain current CPR/AED certification.

Location: Orthopedic One · Imaging

Schedule: Regular Full Time, Day Shift