Radiology Technologist (RT) PRN Occupational Health Lima

X-Ray Technician

The X-Ray Technician performs digital X-ray studies on patients per the orders placed by providers. The X-Ray Technician is a multi-skilled clinical professional who works within the scope of practice to assist in patient care under the direction of the provider.

Essential Job Functions

• Safely performs provider ordered radiographic examinations, including but not limited to proper patient positioning, immobilization, and utilizing appropriate radiation protection.
• Sets up and adjusts supportive and immobilization equipment and devices as required by individual cases. Positions and handles patients with a high degree of safety and professionalism
• Accurately documents patient encounters within Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Determines and selects proper electronic and technical factors which safeguard the patient, x-ray tube, and equipment
• Maintains clinical and administrative skills to meet patient care and daily operational needs. Collect patient specimens and runs point of care lab tests. Travel to other facilities for BSMH providers or adjusting work hours to meet patient care needs as directed by the manager may also be required.
• Directs and practices sterile technique to prevent cross-contamination of disease
• Reports immediately any malfunction, necessary adjustments or repairs of equipment to supervisor
• Other duties include but not limited to ordering supplies, lab and diagnostic tests, disposes of contaminated supplies, patient registration, scheduling, phone triage, cash handling, check-in/check-out and performing scribing duties as needed basis.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (required)

State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed) If the job is performed in Virginia, State Licensure is required.

BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)

Education

Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Experience

1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care (preferred)

Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)

Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Language

None

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Medical Terminology and the ability to use standard office equipment, required

One year of Medical Assisting experience, preferred

Strong oral and written communication skills, and an ability to collaboratively work with patients, families and teams within a high-volume environment, preferred

Strong attention to details and an ability to multitask without prior instruction or direction, preferred

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Patient Population

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Infant (1-12 months)

Adults (18-64 years).

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

General office environment.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) x

Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) x

Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) x

Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) x

Stoop, Kneel x

Crawling x

Climbing x

Balance x

Bending x

Work Position

Sitting x

Walking x

Standing x

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Depth perception

Perform shift work

Use of Latex Gloves

Maneuver weight of patients

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Reach above shoulder

Exposure to dust/fumes

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

Color Vision

Acuity – far

Acuity – near

Skills

Patient centered care Monitor patient conditions during examination Record patient medical histories Working within an interdisciplinary team Attention to detail Critical thinking Communication with patients Conflict resolution Active listening Relationship building

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.