PRACTICE OVERVIEW

Premier Radiology, a Radiology Partners Practice, is a multi-state, comprehensive outpatient imaging network offering access to hundreds of board-certified, sub-specialized radiologists. We provide leading comprehensive, convenient, state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging care. Our goal is to provide high-quality, low-cost diagnostic imaging studies close to where our patients live and work. From our sub-specialized radiologists to our registered technologists and professional clinic staff, our commitment to accuracy and the patient's experience is not just an expectation, it is our mission. Together with Radiology Partners, our mission is To Transform Radiology. 

POSITION SUMMARY

Premier Radiology is looking for an X-ray technologist to provide excellent patient care and perform exams as ordered by the referring physician. The technologist must be capable of performing. XR, DEXA, C-arm, and fluoro procedures. 

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs XR, DEXA, fluoro, and C-arm procedures as described in the procedure/protocol manual, consistently maintaininga high level of quality and productivity.

• Ability to perform duties both independently and as a strong team player, assisting other modalities and accepting assistance.

• Operates imaging equipment, computer systems, and Picture Archival & Communication System (PACS), with proficiency.

• Reviews requisitions to determine proper study.

• Interview patients for medical history

• Prepares and positions patient for exams.

• Reviews images for quality.

• Completes documentation and file notations.

• Works cooperatively with Radiologists.

• Provides excellent care and service to patients.

• Stocks supplies; maintains cleanliness of scan rooms and dressing rooms.

• Performs record keeping and data entry.

• Participates in various department duties and meetings necessary for patient-centered service.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Ensures a professional attitude and appearance at all times.

• Consistently demonstrates flexibility and good judgment.

• Consults with co-workers and supervisor as necessary.

• Adheres to all policies and procedures, including Compliance, HIPAA, OSHA, licensing and accreditation guidelines.

• Reviews policy and procedure manuals on an annual basis.

• Responsible for the non-technical component of the protocol process, including: 

• Ensuring that the patient is properly prepped for exams

• Monitoring missing orders

• Faxing transmissions to referring MD offices to obtain missing orders

• Ensuring that the order is completely filled out i.e. exam, clinical indications and signature

• Evaluating requisitions to ensure exam requested matches the exam ordered

• Verify that exams have been scheduled at the proper site, time slot and day.

DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• ARRT Certification, required

• CPR (BLS) Certification, required

• 1 years of experience

• Excellent communication and patient care skills

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform x-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement

• Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology

• Knowledge of customer service concepts and clinic policies including safety, privacy and HIPAA regulations

• Requires standing, sitting, bending, and occasional lifting

• Requires ability to move equipment and positioning and repositioning patients

• Requires working under stress in emergencies or dealing with difficult patients

• Requires working over regular scheduled hours if the patient schedule demands it

• Skill in using computer network system competently to process patient and department information

• Skill in performing quality exams and exercising compassion with patients