What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Technologist ( 7:30 AM - 4:00P Mon-Fri) position at Medical Clinic of Houston, L.L.P.?
Primary Responsibilities
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to operate X-ray unit to provide images and complex data for determining medical treatment/diagnosis.
- Verifies Physician order and procedure to assure accuracy.
- Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protcol (including IV placement).
- Utilize Radiology information system to manage patient workflow and facilitate care.
- Maintain a professional and clean environment for the X-ray and CT Departments at all times.
- Monitor RIS for all walk-in procedures; schedule procedures; and review insurance coverage
- before a procedure is performed.
- Ensure customer service is provided in a timely manner.
- Ensures all procedures in X-ray are interpreted in a timely manner.
- Consult with supervisor or manager for problem solving and/or changes in procedures.
- Report incidents in a timely manner not exceeding 24 hours.
- Coordinate the daily cleaning, periodical preventive maintenance of the equipment in X-ray.
- Assist with developing, reviewing, and updating of X-ray protocols and procedures.
- Perform periodical evaluation of X-ray protocols and procedures, under the direction of the Radiologists, to determine quality assurance and/or additional projections requirements.
- Serve as a mentor and resource to train less experienced technologists.
- Maintain a safe working environment.
- Ensure the X-ray and CT Departments complies with all State and Federal regulations, as applicable to the areas of responsibility.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate late add-on patients.
- Adhere to the Radiology and Clinic Policy and Procedures and the Code of Conduct.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
BACKGROUND REQUIREMENTS:
Education, Experience, and Knowledge
- Graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology.
- Registered Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R).
- Minimum of 1 year experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
- Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.
Skills and Abilities
- Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills.
- Must demonstrate excellent customer service and satisfaction skills.
- Effective coordination of multiple projects.
- Must be knowledgeable in all Radiology procedures and scheduling on Synapse RIS.
- Uses analytical skills for troubleshooting and problem solving.
- Must have excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, listening, and telephone etiquette.
- Excellent computer skills – PC, MS office including data entry in RIS scheduling.
- Be able to lift up to 50 lb.