Urgent Care Radiologic Technologist

Ranked #1 for Safety, Quality and Patient Satisfaction, Jupiter Medical Center is the leading destination for world-class health care in Palm Beach County and the greater Treasure Coast.

Outstanding physicians, state-of-the-art facilities, innovative techniques and a commitment to serving the community enables Jupiter Medical Center to meet a broad range of patient needs. Jupiter Medical Center is the only hospital in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties to receive a 4-star quality and safety rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology program
• Associates degree in Applied Science required

Experience / Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience preferred
• State of Florida Radiologic Technology License
• ARRT Certification required
• American Heart Association BLS for healthcare providers required
• Must be able to communicate effectively, work independently and perform routine X-ray exams

Position Summary

The Radiology Tech is responsible for:

• Radiologic Technologists utilize ionizing radiation to perform diagnostic x-ray alongside cross training to Urgent Care Technicians.
• Must have an excellent knowledge of the human anatomy and pathology to provide quality films for interpretation.
• This position will perform diagnostic images onsite, triage urgent care patients to include but not limited all vital signs and medical histories, perform onsite diagnostic testing to include but not limited rapid strep, flu, and venipuncture.
• Preparing patient medical record for the provider.
• Accurately and efficiently performs specimen collections and testing as defined by laboratory policy and procedure manuals.
• Computer data entry and workflow monitoring.
• Assesses environment to assure patient safety and determines appropriate equipment to use that meet the patient's needs.
• Maintains chain of custody for forensic collections.
• Promotes effective communications between patients, staff, physicians, and visitors.
• Provides knowledge of Urgent Care injuries and illnesses and facilitates early return to work.
• Performs surveillance exams: hearing tests, vision screening, spirometry, EKGs.
• Performs breath alcohol testing and urine drug screening.
• Understands quality control and expected results for POCT tests performed. Discharges patients efficiently.
• Delivers patient care as identified by the Scope of Care of the Urgent Care Center.
• Effective communication demonstrates Caring, Compassion, and Cultural awareness.
• Able to function under stress and emergency situations with solid critical thinking skills.
• Ensures accurate documentation.
• Ensures adequate supplies and is knowledgeable in operation of equipment.
• Ensures current credentials and /or certifications.
• Maintains compliance with hospital/Urgent Care procedural standards.
• Supports and promotes JMC mission, vision, and values.
• Individually contributes to the team environment by demonstrating cooperative, constructive, problem-solving interaction with JMC policies.
• medical terminology.
• This position will cross train to support the front desk staff and responsibilities.
• Ability to utilize more than one computer system for registration, patient test resulting and insurance verification when covering front desk.
• Answers phones and faxes reports.
• Maintains a clean environment.
• This position must be a team player and able to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• This position requires flexibility in travel amongst all Jupiter Medical Center Urgent Care Locations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Team Member Competencies

Establishing Relationships

Builds effective networks, working relationships, and alliances in order to collaborate effectively within department and organization. Can relate to all kinds of…