Radiology Technologist

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Job Summary:

Operate radiology equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by the physicians and perform routine diagnostic procedures to facilitate the highest quality of patient care. Responsible for operation and quality assurance of the X-Ray equipment, and C-Arm. Transmit studies for interpretation and coordinate distribution of patient reports.

Communication with Radiology Group

Communicate and coordinate with the reading radiology group as necessary, concerning tele-radiography and clinical report procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities -- X-ray:

Anatomy and Physiology Knowledge of X-ray

Utilize knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray exams, including body mechanics and patient movement.

Patient Instruction/Assist

Give clear instructions for the X-ray process.

Assist patients with radiologic procedures by escorting them to dressing room, if necessary, waiting areas, and X-ray rooms.

X-Ray Procedure/Protocol/Precaution

Take X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety.

Follow all necessary precautions to help reduce radiation exposure to the patient and others involved in the exam.

Utilize physician-specific protocols for various body parts examined.

Room Loading

Assist in the Laramie clinic as a room loader when needed, or if available.

In Casper, Rock Springs, and Cheyenne Offices, room load per physician protocol.

Perform cast removal as requested and/or required.

Film Badges

Assist with monitoring and mailing film badges on a monthly basis for radiology and ASC personnel.

Evaluations

Assist with preceptor and annual performance evaluations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities -- Radiologic Images:

Images

Post-process DR/CR Images to ensure optimum quality, by selecting proper techniques for radiation exposures using mAs and kVp on individual patients.

Examine radiologic images for properties, such as density, contrast, noise, magnification, detail, and disorientation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities -- Clinical Office:

Opening Procedures

Ensure opening procedures are followed daily; including the following:

Turn on lights and computers

Prepare clinic per physician's preference

Greeting Patients and Visitors

Answer telephone, welcome and greet patients and visitors to premier Bone & Joint Centers timely, and in a manner that is helpful and friendly; determine purpose of visit and direct patients and visitors to appropriate person or department.

Answer telephone calls and questions politely and direct calls as necessary.

Direct visitors and vendors to sign in/out on the log located at the front desk.

Patient Check in/out

Check patients in and out via EMR and/or practice management system.

Patient Files/Patient Paperwork

Compile information to be placed in the patient's chart, including:

Verify New Patient/Old Patient paperwork is accurate and complete

Witness consents, explain and witness acknowledgments

Take patient's photo when needed

Verify History and Physical is complete and signed

Entering Patient Information

Update patient information correctly into practice management system, including correct spelling of name, date of birth, address, telephone numbers, insurance information, and body part.

Encounter Forms

Match encounter forms with the proper patient.

Patient Assist

Assist patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, and preparing for exam.

Room Loading

Assist in the Cheyenne clinic as a room loader when needed or if available.

In Casper, Rock Springs, and Torrington, room load per physician protocol.

Perform cast removal as requested an /or required.

Assist Nursing Staff

Obtain required information as directed by nursing staff; patient's height, weight, blood pressure, and other needed medical information.

Orders

Route orders to appropriate location/facility, and assist with medical records requests.

Scanning

Scan patient information, consents, acknowledgments, history and physical, photo ID, and insurance information, into the correct patient account.

Scheduling Module

Maintain computer appointment scheduling module.

Scheduling and Demographics

Correctly schedule patient appointments in the practice management system using current scheduling requirements placed by the physicians.

Carefully screen all patients for complete patient information and correctly enter into the practice management system including correct spelling of name, date of birth, address, telephone numbers, insurance information, body part, referring physicians, X-ray location, and identify correct patient type.

Financial

Collect deductibles, co-payments and charges, prepare receipts, and provide copy to patient.

Workers' Compensation/Motor Vehicle Accidents

Obtain correct information and ensure appropriate forms are completed.

Charges

Enter and tally correct charges on all encounter forms.

Family Members

Track how many family members are with the patient during appointment.

Visitors

Ensure all visitors and vendors sign in and out upon arrival and departure from Premier Bone & Joint Centers; maintain sign-in/out sheets in an accessible location.

Medical Records

Route records and patient files to appropriate location and assist with medical records requests.

Closing Procedures

Ensure closing procedures are followed daily including the following:

Clean exam rooms

Restock supplies

Close windows

Turn off lights

Lock doors

Tally Daily Receipt Logs

Batch credit card machines (if available)

Information Processing:

Films for Surgeries

Prepare, retrieve, and deliver films for surgeries at Premier Bone & Joint Centers, ASC, and hospital operating rooms.

Computer Use

Use computer to perform department functions, i.e. forms, data entry, e-mail.

PACS

Ability to use Premier Bone & Joint Centers' PACS and electronic medical record systems.

Ensure X-Ray and C-Arm studies are properly sent to, and archived in PACS system.

Proper Documentation

Properly mark the charge sheet for X-Ray, and C-Arm exams performed in a timely manner.

Maintain complete and accurate records and properly code each exam on appropriate charge forms.

Document pertinent information in the computer log and in the patient's chart.

Interpersonal Skills:

Compassion

Demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others, including patients, co-workers, and visitors.

Flexibility/Stressful Situation/Work Flow

Respond with flexibility to changing workload and/or patient assignments, able to be organized and function under stressful situations.

Ability to deal with radiology tech workflow.

Analyzing Skills

Analyze situations accurately, make decisions to bring a favorable resolution, and take effective action; seek out help when appropriate.

Working Relationships

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, co-workers, and the public, that harbor a friendly, yet professional interaction.

Demonstrate willingness to readily interact with other staff members and departments.

Initiative/Personal Growth

Exhibit initiative and self-directed behavior.

Accept responsibility for own professional growth and personal conduct.

Down Time/Other Duties

Perform additional duties during downtime, such as clerical, stocking cleaning, etc.