What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinic Radiologic Technologist position at PALMER COLLEGE FOUNDATION?
Palmer College of Chiropractic is looking for a Clinic RT!
The Clinic Radiologic Technologist (RT) is responsible for assuring quality radiographic examinations, patient safety and education of the chiropractic student in radiographic positioning.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
- Responsible to the assigned administrator and has a support responsibility to all other departments and college personnel as necessary.
SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform radiographic examinations.
- Provide mentoring of students regarding radiographic procedures and management of patients in the radiology department.
- Evaluate student performance of x-ray positioning and patient interaction during radiographic exams, giving constructive feedback.
- Discuss quality of imaging and ways to improve imaging with students during radiographic exams.
- Comply with federal, state and local safety and health regulations.
- Provide reports to the Director of Clinic Radiology to include equipment processes and procedures.
- Maintain compliance with college policies, procedures and expectations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Ability to perform assigned duties with time pressures and frequent interruptions.
- Ability to communicate effectively and personably.
- Ability to utilize necessary radiographic and department equipment.
- Ability to use computer for electronic health records, scheduling, and various other duties.
- Ability to resolve routine problems.
- Ability to work effectively with others in an academic environment.
- Ability to work various hours as job requires.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Associate degree with ARRT certification.
- At least one year of work-related experience.
- Must be licensed by state agency appropriate to the campus where employed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Perform sedentary to light work in a ventilated, lighted, and temperature-controlled office setting.
- Frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, sit, lift light objects (up to 10 pounds) and perform other similar actions during the workday.