What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist position at Austin Regional Clinic: ARC?
ABOUT AUSTIN REGIONAL CLINIC:
Austin Regional Clinic has been voted a top Central Texas employer by our employees for over 15 years! We are one of central Texas’ largest professional medical groups with 35 locations and we are continuing to grow. We offer the following benefits to eligible team members: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, PTO, 401(k), EAP, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Child Care Assistance, Health & Fitness, Sick Child Care Assistance, Development and more. For additional information visit https://www.austinregionalclinic.com/careers/.
PURPOSE
Performs radiographic exams to assist in a diagnosis of disease and injuries. Works effectively with patients and patients’ families and maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental personnel. Carries out all duties while maintaining compliance and confidentiality and promoting the mission and philosophy of the organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs diagnostic X-ray procedures, which include positioning patient, adjusting equipment settings to obtain the best density, detail and contrast of the area being imaged and determining proper voltage and exposure.
- QC images once taken.
- Provides appropriate patient protection following prescribed safety standards.
- Assists operative team in preparing patient for procedure to be performed.
- Participates in surgical time out, entering patient information into C-Arm.
- Maintains facility exposure badges and reporting.
- Notifies supervisor of equipment repair needs.
- Maintains compliance with Texas Medical Board and ARRT educational requirements.
- Ensures all equipment is in good working condition and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Maintains integrity of lead aprons by performing annual checks.
- Acts as Radiation Safety Officer.
- Maintains work area.
- Stocks room supplies.
- Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
- Attends required meetings and in-services.
- Adheres to all company policies, including but not limited to, OSHA, HIPAA, compliance and Code of Conduct.
- Regular and dependable attendance.
- Follows the core competencies set forth by the Company, which are available for review on ARC SharePoint.
- Works holiday shift(s) as required by Company policy.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Required:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school.
- Two (2) or more years of radiology experience with at least one (1) or more years of operating room or ASC radiology experience.
- Experience working with all age groups.
- Familiarity with PACS image retrieval and storage.
- Experience in digital radiography.
Preferred: Five (5) or more years of related work experience.
Certificate/License
- Current licensure as a Registered Technologist through the Texas Medical Board.
- Radiological Technologist must be in good standing with American Registry of Radiological Technologist.
- Current AHA approved Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course completion card or within 60 days of hire required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform all diagnostic radiology procedures.
- Must be customer oriented in order to provide outstanding services to patients, physicians and co-workers.
- Ability to maintain awareness of patient privacy, confidentiality and dignity at all times.
- Ability to work in a team environment and/or on their own.
- Ability to engage others, listen and adapt response to meet others’ needs.
- Ability to align own actions with those of other team members committed to common goals.
- Excellent computer and keyboarding skills, including familiarity with Windows and EMRs.. Must be adept at using various applications including MS Office, communicate by e-mail, etc.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities.
- Ability to perform job duties in a professional manner at all times.
- Ability to understand, recall, and communicate, factual information.
- Ability to understand, recall, and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information.
- Ability to organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology.
- Ability to apply common sense in performing job.
Work Schedule: Monday- Friday
