What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist - PRN position at FORTE' SPORTS MEDICINE & ORTHOPEDICS?
Organization Overview
Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is consistently recognized as a leader in the field of sports medicine and orthopedics within the Midwest. Forté has been providing exceptional care to athletes and active people of all ages for over 40 years and pride ourselves in how we deliver that care.
We are a destination employment location for dedicated health care workers who are looking to advance their careers in their chosen profession. If you are seeking a setting that not only allows, but fosters professional growth and development while working with a team of outstanding, committed and like-minded leaders in this niche’ of health care, then you should consider Forté Sports Medicine - “The best place to get care AND the best place to give care!”
Summary/Objective
The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for serving a full schedule of patients in a high volume, highly specialized, outpatient orthopedic clinic. Maintaining focus on providing a superior level of customer service and delivering unwavering, exceptional quality care is a must.
We are currently hiring PRN Radiology Technologists (X-Ray Techs). These roles offer a very flexible schedule for up to 29 hours a week. PRN techs may work at any of our 5 central Indiana orthopedic clinic locations depending on staffing needs.
Essential functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Selects length and intensity for radiation exposure by adjusting equipment on an individual patient basis to obtain optimum image quality with lowest amount of radiation.
- Work one-on-one with patient to complete x-rays that are ordered.
- Positions patient and adjusts equipment for performing images following procedures established by Forté Sports Medicine & Orthopedics.
- Follows prescribed safety standards for operating radiology equipment.
- Maintains patient confidentiality as outlined by HIPAA and policies of Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics.
- Examines images for film properties such as density, contrast, definition, magnification and distortion
Competencies (Knowledge/Skills/Abilities)
- Ability to work and think independently
- Flexible, ability to manage change with positivity
- Willing to enhance professional growth through educational programs, CE credits or workshops.
Physical demands
- Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs
- Moving patients, lifting and helping patients with needs, lifting and moving heavy x-ray equipment, transporting patients
- Frequently on your feet standing and walking
Required education and experience
- Completion of course in Radiologic Technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), required
- Current certification with the ARRT and the State of Indiana, required
- Knowledge of computerized radiology (CR), digital radiography (DR), and PACS system, required
Preferred education and experience
- Prior experience using Electronic Medical Records systems is preferred
Travel required
- Travel to Forté clinics in central Indiana as needed.
Work environment
- Typical professional medical clinic environment
Forté Sports Medicine and Orthopedics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug free workplace