Radiologic Technologist

KidMedVA; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist to join their team. This role is pivotal in operating and maintaining radiologic imaging equipment to assist in diagnosing and treating patients. You will be responsible for ensuring patient safety, performing high-quality imaging, and maintaining accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a welcoming team where your contributions will significantly impact patient care and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent required.
• Certification by state licensing board and ARRT credentials needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain radiologic equipment for patient imaging.
• Ensure patient safety and perform quality control checks.
• Document patient information and assist with clinical duties.

Skills

Diagnostic radiographic procedures

Human anatomy knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Troubleshooting radiographic equipment

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

Associates degree in Radiologic Technology

Certification by state licensing board

ARRT credentials

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Radiologic imaging equipment

Job description

Job Summary:

The Radiologic Technologist is primarily responsible for operating, maintaining, and overall care of the necessary equipment to perform radiologic imaging. The role is to safely and accurately perform radiologic studies to assist the physicians with the diagnosis and treatment of disease and/or injury.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

1. Properly and efficiently setting up and operating the radiologic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients.
2. Positioning the patients to safely and accurately obtain an X-ray as ordered by the provider.
3. Reviewing x-ray images for clarity and retaking x-rays when needed.
4. Adjusting radiographic controls to specifications for proper timing of exposure using ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
5. Maintaining quality control checks to ensure equipment meets the standards required by law.
6. Assisting with the yearly state inspection of equipment and facility.
7. Cleaning, maintaining, and performing minor adjustments to radiologic equipment, including evaluation for repairs.
8. Protecting patient/families, self, and other staff from radiologic hazards and ensuring the safety of patients when using equipment.
9. Providing patients with CD of x-ray when requested or ordered by the provider and documenting appropriate charges in EMR.
10. Completing accurate, concise documentation in the patient's chart in a timely manner while patient is in the department.
11. Assisting other clinical staff with bringing patients back to the treatment area and other clinical duties (i.e. cleaning vacant patient rooms, laundry) as needed.
12. Ensuring patient bathrooms and patient rooms are stocked.
13. Conveying respect of patient's rights and treating all patients with dignity.
14. Dispensing durable medical equipment (DME), obtaining appropriate paperwork, and documenting accordingly.
15. Performing and assisting with splinting as directed by provider.
16. Associating correct charges and CPT codes to the patients chart.
17. Providing patient teaching such as crutch teaching and circulation.
18. Practicing and promoting positive customer and peer relations while fostering a learning work environment.
19. Practicing cost containment for the practice and patient.
20. Functioning as a supportive team member.
21. Maintaining a clean work environment (i.e. ensuring that the work area and staff lounge are tidy and all equipment and utensils are put away at the end of each shift).
22. Participating in mandatory trainings and attending staff meetings.
23. Reporting all parent/patient complaints to the manager in a timely manner to allow for appropriate actions to be taken.
24. Performing opening and closing procedures of the x-ray area.
25. Assisting providers in contacting radiology group for STAT over-reads when required.
26. Reviewing previous shifts x-ray over-read faxes and attaching the documentation to the patient's chart.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

1. Knowledge of the principles and practices of diagnostic radiographic procedure.
2. Knowledge of how disease and injuries are diagnosed and imaged radiographically.
3. Knowledge of human anatomy.
4. Ability to set up, operate, clean, and troubleshoot radiographic equipment.
5. Ability to notice detail in drawings and differences in shapes and shading.
6. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
7. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Required Education/Experience:

1. Associates degree in Radiologic Technology or Certificate of Completion of Radiologic Technology from an accredited school.
2. Certification by state licensing board.
3. Updated ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) credentials.
4. Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
5. One year experience as a Radiology Technologist (preferred).
6. Pediatric experience (preferred).

Hours of Operation:

1. Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
2. Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Join our dedicated team and be part of a welcoming environment where you can make a meaningful impact on patient care!