Job Summary
Operates the x-ray machine, processes images, prepares patient room, equipment, supplies and medications; as well as laboratory tests as ordered by the physician/nurse practitioner. Performs the tests on patients from newborns to the elderly.

On a limited basis, the Radiologic Technologist assists the Clinical Assistant in taking patient histories and preparing patients from children to the elderly for examination as well as assisting with the exam as requested.

Will perform duties consistent with the needs of the communities served, in a manner that reflects the physical, psychological and spiritual healing ministry of Christ. The Core Values to be considered are: Respect for Human Dignity, Compassionate Caring, Stewardship, Quality, Justice and Corporate Compliance.
Qualifications
Education:
Must be a Registered Radiologic Technologist in good standing with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists. Must hold a current license with the State of Indiana as a Diagnostic x-ray machine operator. Prefer two (2) years clinical experience. Must be CPR certified (within 6 months of hire date).

Training:
Three months

Experience:
Performance Requirements
Responsibility:
All radiographic and laboratory services/ functions for Urgent Care.. Prepares x-ray room, equipment, and materials as needed for patients. Prepares the patient for x-ray - explains procedures, assists patient to table, positions patient and assist patient at the end of procedures. Follows prescribed techniques in administrating general and specific x-rays. Adjusts equipment; determines proper exposure techniques and desired exposure time; arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patient; adjusts lead shield; and selects proper film. Also performs CLIA waived tests and quality assurance/controls - urinalysis, occult blood stool tests, pregnancy tests, etc. Also prepares specimens for courier. Assists patients to exam rooms, medical histories, vital signs, assist with medical supply inventories. Responsible for cleaning treatment rooms between patients and at the end of the day and the proper cleaning and storage of all equipment used in patient's treatment. Responsible for the disposal of all toxic waste in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines. Assists registration/discharge rep and clinical assistant as necessary. Assists in patient registration as needed. Assists with triage of HUC patients if needed, assist in maintaining exam rooms, copying charts and scanning charts if needed. In some cases, little supervision given, with routine decision making.

Special Demands:
Internal contacts with staff, patients and family members. External contacts with other physicians, their office personnel, insurance companies, hospital staff, as well as patients an their families. Tactfulness, judgment, courteousness, patience and the ability to work cooperatively with others required on an ongoing basis to adequately perform in this job. Maintains confidentiality, discusses patient data or other related work information only with authorized personnel or physicians in appropriate setting. Responsible for participation and compliance of departmental customer services plan and goals. Reflects the mission, philosophy, core values and customer service plan of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in action and attitude.

Physical Demands:
Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions and must be able to work irregular hours. Requires exposure to communicable diseases, toxic chemicals and/or fumes, and potentially dangerous body fluids.Requirements:

• 12 hours a week.

• Flexible on the day if a set schedule is needed.

• Minimum of 2 weekend shifts a month. More available if desired.

• Open 7 days a week including holidays.