Radiologic Technologist Part time to Full Time
Best Remedy Urgent Care LLC
- Delmar, MD
- $33.00-37.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Part-time
- IRA Roth
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
Reports to: Clinic ManagerLocation: Delmar, MDJob SummaryThe Radiologic Technologist/Limited Radiologic Technician performs a full range of routine diagnostic X-ray examinations in an urgent care environment. A successful candidate performs these actions in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations while adhering to Best Remedy Urgent Care’s policies, procedures, and standards.Roles and Responsibilities
- Capture radiologic films providing quality images for advanced practice providers to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems.
- Prepare and position patients anatomically for imaging and select accurate radiation exposure and technical parameters.
- Observe patient during procedure and report abnormal activity
- Monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinement as warranted
- Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines
- Maintain all necessary certifications and licenses
- Prevent unnecessary radiation exposure to patients in accordance with guidelines
- Ensure the prompt submission of high-quality images and documents to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history)
- Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate
- Prepare patient and chart for clinical exam/visit, including the collection of typical patient vital metrics (blood pressure, temperature, height, weight etc.)
- Ensure the safety of patients when using wheelchairs, stools, and other assistive devices
- Assist provider with clinical visit
- Perform post visit duties
- Maintain a clean and sanitary work area
- Create and document x-ray CD copies correctly according to guidelines
- Label images and sleeves accurately
- Ensure all necessary paperwork is prepared for the next workday
- Restock exam rooms, x-ray room, and office supplies as needed
- Adhere to established Best Remedy Urgent Care policies and procedures
- Participate in daily huddle with patient care team, staff meetings and training as required
- Provide relief and support to medical assistant functions as requested
- Assist other team members as requested
- Succinctly explain company policies and procedures
- Provide service in a manner appropriate for all patients
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to meet the patient’s physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs
- Ensure and uphold the confidentially requirements for patient record handling
- Manage all daily tasks and activities consistent with HIPAA, state and federal laws and regulations and the clinical policies and regulations regarding confidentiality and security
- Perform regular logging and compliance activities under the direction of the CMO
- Ensure all radiology services associated with patient care, patient administrative processes, and related duties comply with all regulatory and accreditation standards, as well as clinical policies and procedures
- Provide Training and sign off to participating radiology students as part of clinical participating
- Provide competency sign off and clinical hour training and support of LXMO staff and LXMO candidates as necessary
- Participate in cross training and triage patients as part of Medical Assistant team when not performing radiology duties
- Strong visual, verbal, written and typed communication skills
- Strong critical-thinking skills to maintain detailed and accurate patient records and related administrative documentation
- Proficiency with computers and ability to use requisite tools, systems, technology and equipment in the collection of patient data
- Ability to work with a diverse patient population
- Ability to efficiently prioritize and multitask
- Working knowledge of medical office processes, terminology and procedures
- Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
- Working knowledge of Athena EHR, and PACS strongly preferred
- Proficiency with keyboard data entry
- Strong working knowledge of radiographic theory and techniques
- High School diploma or equivalency
- Associate's degree/Technical degree in appropriate field of study
- Must be a graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
- Must be registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Preferred)
- Licensed to practice Diagnostic Radiography by the Maryland Department of Environmental Protection.
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk 8 to 12 hours as needed
- Ability to lift to 30 pounds
- Ability to hear phones, pages and patients in a medical environment
- Visual acuity to accurately interact with computerized devices, screens, and detailed written documents for up to 12 hours a day