Radiology Technologist

Position: RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST
# RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGISTANCHORAGE, AK 99503## Description|  || --- ||
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* POSITION SUMMARY:

** |Under supervision, performs routine x-ray examinations of extremities, spine, skull, chest and abdominal studies.  Fluoroscopy is not performed at the Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center.|  || --- ||
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* ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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** Radiography
* ** Properly operates digital radiography and software components and is familiar with all routine radiographic procedures.
* Understands Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) and is able to adjust mA and KVP settings for the appropriate technique.
* Takes preventative steps to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation such as properly shielding the patient and using as low a dose as possible.
* Uses manual technique if necessary.
* Uses proper markers on each radiographic exam and uses electronic markers as appropriate.
* Performs quality assessment on each exam regarding proper positioning, exposure, and optimal viewing specifications.
* Troubleshoots radiology unit, hardware and software issues as they arise.
* Disinfects the radiographic equipment between each patient and cleans room daily and as appropriate. Observes standard precautions, airborne, droplet, and contact precautions if applicable.
* Ensures all exam protocols are properly arranged by rotating and flipping images in the appropriate sequence.
** Exam*
* ** Processing
* ** Check patient in and create appointment in Epic, ensuring all applicable orders are correct and performed.
* Coordinates the flow of information and images from Epic, Cannon, Shimadzu, E-rad and Clario.
* Evaluates image quality, accurate demographics, and ensures images are sent in the appropriate format to the Reading Radiologist.
* Modifies and edits patient demographics in Clario if needed.
* Processes and create copies of digital images for patients and requesting providers.
** Paperwork, Billing and Reporting
*** Provide patient education on BCHC to ensure eligible patients are enrolled. Identifies Medicare patients and prepares an ABN.
* Ensures all Radiology procedures are accounted for with correct orders, diagnosis and CPT codes.
* Coordinate with Imaging Associates and accounting to ensure invoices are charged and accounted for.
* Identify patients who are part of programs where grant money may be applied.
* Ensures final routine x-ray reports and images are available in Epic or Clario.|  || --- ||
** SUPPORTING

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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* Support mammography personnel in scheduling patients, mailing reminders and reports as well as any other necessary tasks.
* Provide training for laboratory and radiology personnel on Epic Radiant processes.
* Assist clinical staff to ensure orders are placed correctly.|  || --- ||
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* KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

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** ANHC’s Mission, Vision and Values:
** Actively supports ANHC’s mission, vision and values. Includes using individual skills to add value to the
** mission**:
* To be a trusted partner in every person’s wellness by providing integrated, compassionate, and high-quality health care, regardless of ability to pay;
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** vision**:
* Accessible care for a healthy Anchorage*. Aligns actions around organizational
** values
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* RESPECT, COMPASSION, PERSONAL INTEGRITY, EXCELLENCE
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* COLLABORATIVE SPIRIT
* and gives priority to organizational mission, vision and values when making decisions.
** Accountability:
** Takes ownership for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes and uses them as opportunities for learning and development; openly discusses his/her actions and their consequences both good and bad; has an ability to identify strengths and developmental opportunities and leverages insight to make adjustments to improve their effectiveness; courage to have…