Radiology Technologist

Description

RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN POSITION OVERVIEW:

Radiologic Technologist will provide radiology services while providing exceptional care to patients in a busy, high-paced orthopedic setting. Applicants must have strong patient care and communication skills. Must be independent, self-starting, and highly motivated. Excellent teamwork is required.

RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• •Perform x-ray examinations on patients; confirm the appropriate exam has been ordered; prepare patients for x-ray; obtain risk of pregnancy information from female patients; determine appropriate exposure factors on x-ray equipment.
• •Operate processing equipment; review images for accuracy; submit images to providers for review; complete procedures while maintaining quality of work within an established time frame.
• •Perform routine radiographic examinations while practicing radiation safety (ALARA) procedures.
• •Assist in duties during down time, such as maintaining imaging medical records into PACs system; preparing x-ray CD’s upon patient request.

PAY & BENEFITS:

• •Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• •Generous PTO package and paid holidays
• •Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• •Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
• •Opportunities for internal training and development
• •Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
• •Retirement Plan eligibility for employee contributions after one month of service
• •Retirement Plan eligibility for employer contributions after one year of service
• •Positions are Monday – Friday work schedules

RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• •Completion of an approved course of study in Radiologic Technology.
• •R.T. (R) registration in Diagnostic Radiography.
• •Ability to work with a diversity of patients in orthopedics.
• •Demonstrates the ability to work independently and as a member of a healthcare team.
• •Experience working with electronic medical record systems and picture archiving and communications systems (PACS).

RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN WORKING CONDITIONS:

• •Typical business office environment
• •Possibility of local travel
• •Constant viewing of computer monitor, mousing and typing
• •Frequent standing, walking and sitting
• •Frequent stooping, lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling 10 pounds or more
• •Occasionally lift and/or move up to or over 50 pounds
• •Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• •Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 8 hour shifts. Must be able to work early, late and long hours, as needed, to meet the essential functions of the job