X-Ray Imaging Technologist

Job Description Summary

The X‑Ray Technologist must hold all certifications and licenses related to their scope of practice. S/he must be able to handle a high volume, fast paced environment with a pleasant disposition. S/he is responsible for maintaining all quality control records, ACR accreditation forms and daily logs for modality specific areas. S/he must be proficient in the use of computer software, ie: PACS, eRad, and Athena Clinicals and Communicator.

S/he must obtain a detailed history on every exam performed in their specific modality for presentation to the Radiologist. S/he must be able to perform all special procedures and fluoroscopic studies. S/he must follow all safety protocol to ensure safety of patients and equipment. S/he must be able to multitask with attention to detail. S/he must read and respond to communication from manager in a timely manner.

This position is PRN, working hours or shifts as needed! No weekends or major holidays. Covering offices in Charlotte County.

• Approaches change or newness positively—treats change and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth, focuses on the beneficial aspects of change, and speaks positively about the change to others.
• Acknowledges customers promptly and courteously and gives them full attention.
• Actively listens—handles upset customers by hearing them out, empathizing, apologizing, and taking personal responsibility for resolving the issue.
• Checks equipment—monitors and checks equipment and work area to ensure operational and safety compliance.
• Demonstrates concern and empathy to patients, accountability, and responsibility, and performs procedures in a caring, compassionate and respectful manner.
• Performs examinations in accordance with established standing operation procedures and routines accurately and in a timely manner. Responsible for imaging, recording and processing images.
• Obtains and documents a complete patient history as it relates to the procedure ordered, obtains informed consent in accordance with departmental policy and procedure.
• Maintains effective communication with patients; provides explanation of procedures within scope of practice.
• Demonstrates knowledge of occurrence reporting (patient case) in Athena and uses the system to report potential patient safety issues.
• Maintains proactive and effective communication with radiologist regarding unusual clinical findings, history, test results and their implications.
• Ensures physician order for procedure is entered accurately and consults appropriate resources to clarify unfamiliar or questionable orders.
• Optimizes use of supplies, equipment and services, ensuring high level of clinical care at lowest cost. Actively seeks ways to control costs without compromising patient safety or quality of care.
• Ensures orders match diagnosis to ensure proper reimbursement for services.
• Demonstrates a patient‑first approach to care, introduces self and role to patient, and acts as a patient advocate in keeping the best interests and care of the patient at the forefront at all times.
• Willingly assists co‑workers to achieve goals and acts as a resource to co‑workers as appropriate.
• Actively participates in staff meetings and in‑services.
• Assumes personal responsibility for professional development and actively promotes development of self and others through participation in professional organizations, educational opportunities, etc.
• Acts as an ambassador for MPG by promoting a professional and positive image of the organization’s capabilities and services to the public.

Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or accredited radiologic school; or six months to one year experience and/or training (preferred); or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Active State of Florida Radiologic Technologist license;
National Registration: RT(R).

• 401(k) with match
• Employee Wellness
• Other employee discount programs such as Tickets at Work and cell phone discounts

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