XRay Tech- PRN

JOB SUMMARY

Position requires self-motivation, creativity, and capabilities to function in a semi-autonomous role within a fast pace and dynamic environment.

• Ensures adherence to proper infection control, OSHA and safety standards.
• Comply with established safety precautions at all times.
• Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of patient care plans, patient assessments etc., as necessary.
• Interview patients or family members as necessary.
• Perform administrative requirements, as directed, such as completing necessary forms, reports, and data input.
• Ensure safety and comfort of patients while going to and from Radiology Department.
• Coordinate radiology exams with other departments.
• Perform radiology exams in patient’s room, emergency department, or operating room as necessary.
• Brief patient or family of procedures involved in radiology exams and prepare necessary equipment.
• Maintain a current file of patients treated on an in-patient/out-patient basis.
• Act as receptionist to patients for the Radiology Department.
• Maintain treatment records, patient files, and progress notes, as required.
• Recommend equipment and supply needs to the Radiology Manager.
• Ensure that the Business Office receives charges for radiology exams rendered to patients.
• Ensure that the department is maintained in a clean and safe manner for patient comfort and convenience.
• Reassure patient before and during radiology exams.
• Prepare the patient for exam by dress/position and administer radiology exam in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Safely produce radiographs while adhering to the ALARA principle.
• Assist in the distribution of transcribed radiology reports.
• Act as a preceptor for new team members.
• Participate in patient education, including family members when appropriate.
• Participate in continuing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned, needed, or required.

Below are the minimum qualifications for this position.

• Minimum Level of Education
  :
  Completion of high school and an accredited radiologic technology program.
• Formal Training
  :
  Completion of an Accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• Licensure, Certification, Registration
  :
  Must have and maintain a current BLS CPR and current unencumbered membership with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, and be able to satisfy State of Georgia, TJC, and Federal Requirements, or the equivalent thereof.
• Work Experience
  :
  Six months to one year experience in healthcare radiology is preferred.
• Tools And Equipment Used
  :
  Calculator, personal computer, telephone, facsimile machine, paper shredder, copier, printer, and standard radiology equipment including X‑Ray or Mammography and/or Dexa.