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Radiology Technician-Pain Management
Position Title: Radiology Technician
Department: Pain Management
Reports To: Nurse Manager
Job Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
The Radiology Technician supports the mission, vision, core values, and customer service philosophy of Helios Multispecialty Group. The Radiology Technician is responsible for performing diagnostic radiographic examinations in accordance with physician orders, established protocols, and applicable regulatory and safety standards.
This position provides high-quality, compassionate patient care throughout the imaging process, including patient preparation, positioning, imaging, monitoring, and documentation. The Radiology Technician works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, medical assistants, and other clinical staff to obtain accurate diagnostic images and support timely and effective patient care.
The Radiology Technician is responsible for operating radiologic equipment safely and effectively, maintaining radiation safety standards, ensuring accurate patient and imaging documentation, maintaining equipment and work areas, and complying with applicable regulatory requirements and Helios policies and procedures.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations in accordance with physician orders, established protocols, and applicable standards of practice.
- Verify patient identity and examination orders prior to procedures and appropriately prepare, position, and educate patients throughout the imaging process.
- Operate radiologic equipment to obtain accurate, high-quality diagnostic images and evaluate images for quality and completeness, repeating images when clinically appropriate.
- Follow radiation safety practices and utilize appropriate shielding, protective equipment, and safety procedures for patients, employees, and visitors.
- Monitor patients during procedures, provide appropriate assistance with positioning and transfers, recognize changes in patient condition, and promptly communicate concerns to the appropriate clinical staff.
- Properly process, label, document, store, and transmit images and examination information through the electronic medical record and applicable imaging systems.
- Operate, clean, maintain, and perform basic troubleshooting of radiology equipment; promptly report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or other issues requiring attention.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe radiology environment and follow infection prevention, equipment cleaning, and disinfection procedures.
- Provide professional, compassionate, and patient-centered care while maintaining patient privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
- Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, continuing education, competency activities, and other departmental or organizational initiatives as requested; perform other duties as assigned.
Competencies
- Patient Care: Provides compassionate, respectful, and professional care while maintaining patient safety, privacy, and dignity.
- Technical Expertise: Demonstrates proficiency in radiographic procedures, patient positioning, imaging equipment, documentation, and radiation safety practices.
- Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with patients, physicians, and members of the clinical team.
- Attention to Detail: Produces accurate, high-quality diagnostic images and maintains complete and accurate patient and imaging records.
- Organization & Problem-Solving: Effectively prioritizes responsibilities, manages patient flow, maintains an organized work environment, and appropriately addresses or escalates clinical, equipment, or workflow concerns.
- Professionalism & Accountability: Demonstrates reliability, adaptability, sound judgment, and compliance with applicable regulations, safety standards, HIPAA, and Helios policies and procedures.
Education & Experience
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
- Associate degree or equivalent education in Radiologic Technology preferred.
- Current certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or applicable credentialing organization.
- Current state-required license or certification to practice radiologic technology.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, if required by the organization.
- Previous experience as a Radiologic Technologist/Radiology Technician preferred, particularly in an outpatient or physician-office setting.
- Experience with electronic medical records and radiology/imaging systems preferred.
- Maintains all required continuing education, professional credentials, and competency requirements.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to work in a clinical office environment and may require prolonged periods of standing and walking, frequent bending, stooping, reaching, and repetitive movements. The position requires the ability to assist with patient positioning and transfers, lift, push, pull, and maneuver equipment, and safely assist patients with mobility needs. The position may involve exposure to radiation, bodily fluids, infectious materials, and other clinical hazards; all required safety procedures and personal protective equipment must be utilized. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Helios Multispecialty Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetics, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Expected hours: No more than 18.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Referral program
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Radiology Technician: 1 year (Preferred)
- EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- ARRT (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person