Clinical & Surgical Orthopaedic X-Ray Technologist

Job Duties:

• Explaining procedures to patients and answering questions.
• Preparing equipment for use as needed.
• Preparing examination rooms for patient exams.
• Positioning patients for imaging exams.
• Monitoring patients during exams.
• Documenting information within EPIC.
• Reporting important information to the physician.
• Ensuring safety of patients during exams.

·     Clean the x-ray rooms to avoid infection, and get it ready after use for the treatment of other patients.

·     Update x-ray protocols yearly with all physicians.

·     Prepare and maintain ball marker protocols based on physician preference.

·     Prepare surgical films.

• Prepare Release of Information requests for patients, requesting outside providers, etc.
• Work in both the clinical and surgical departments, dependent on imaging needs.
• Maintain proper shielding for the patient, x-ray technologist, and other staff during the imaging process.
• Maintain radiation logs for the State of Wisconsin.

Position Qualifications:

Education:

·     High school Education.

·     Must have completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA approved (min. 2 year) program.

·     Possess a current American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification.

·     Possess a valid, current, unrestricted WI state radiation operator certificate (with no limitations, stipulations or pending adverse actions).

·     Current CPR/AED certification.

Special Skills and Requirements:

·     Must be able to interact with client personnel and team members in an autonomous responsible, professional and ethical manner.

·     Must be able to produce very high quality special imaging with little supervision.

·     Must be willing and able to assist the Radiologist in his/her interpretation of exams.

·     Must be flexible, reliable and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative.

·     Ability to lift a minimum of 60 pounds as well as assist with patient maneuvering.

·     Must be familiar with age specific criteria.

·     Able to demonstrate competency in all applicable areas.

• Knowledge of medical anatomy and terminology.
• Must be detailed orientated with excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong organizational, judgment, communication and analytical skills; sometimes under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task and maintain an efficient workflow.
• Cooperative and professional behavior toward patients, peers, providers, management and visitors.
• Ability to promote favorable facility image with patients, providers, insurance companies and general public.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems.
• The ability to contribute in a team environment and and/or independently, to provide excellent customer service.

·     Skilled in proper x-ray positioning & techniques, and following prescribed safety standards.

·     Must be willing to travel between offices, work flexible days and hours as needed, including evenings and weekends.

• Working knowledge of EPIC & McKesson PACs.