Radiologic Technologist

Position Summary

Responsible for performing diagnostic imaging exams requested by providers while following all relevant guidelines for patient safety.

• Patient Care/Imaging:
  • Take radiographs following established procedures for patient care and safety including:
    • Follow manufacturer guidelines for technical factors and employ ALARA techniques while taking radiographic images
    • Optimal patient preparation and positioning
    • Consistent and accurate labeling of images per department protocol
  • Review images, make quality adjustments, and make images available to providers for review on computer system
  • Use 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; maintain sterile field and practice proper radiation safety techniques
• Equipment Maintenance and Safety:
  • Ensure equipment is in working order and complete/maintain QA records as required
  • Perform troubleshooting on radiography equipment/software and contact service providers when problems require a service call
• Support Efficient Workflow:
  • Escort patients to and from exam and x-ray room
  • Accurately input orders, charges or other information required in EMR and process related documentation to facilitate patient flow through clinic
  • Imaging rooms are cleaned and stocked with necessary supplies and communicate supply needs as needed
• Initiative:
  • Seek 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
  • Propose new ideas, make suggestions, and seek opportunities to improve processes or workflow through appropriate channels
  • Attempt to problem solve when assigned work is disrupted, equipment is down, etc. before involving supervisor
• Teamwork:
  • Willingly provide coverage, volunteer assistance, and maintain workflows within department as needed without direct instruction/supervision
  • Work cooperatively and refrain from participating in negative conversations
  • Share knowledge and insights with co-workers in a constructive manner
  • Work to solve problems and address conflicts with appropriate person directly before involving leadership or uninvolved peers
  • Be 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:
  • Know and comply with policies and procedures as enumerated in the Orthopedic One Employee Handbook and policies and procedures documents
  • Provide assistance and support to leadership in implementing policies and procedures as necessary
  • Actively participate in training, and conduct day-to-day work activity by adhering to all policies and procedures as enumerated in compliance and risk management programs

• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program and holds current Ohio license and ARRT certification. Must maintain current CPR/AED certification.

Orthopedic One

Regular Full Time, Day Shift