Diagnostic Technician Ambulatory

145 The Medical Center of Central Georgia, Inc (MCCG); Macon (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Navicent Health Medical Center is seeking a full-time Radiology/Laboratory Technician for the Zebulon Urgent Care location. The role requires 36 hours per week with a 8am-8pm shift pattern across seven days and involves specimen handling, radiology imaging, and QA responsibilities.

Qualified candidates typically hold an Associate degree in Radiology or Laboratory Medicine and may have ARRT/ASCP/AMT certification with about one year of patient-care experience. Benefits eligible is noted.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Radiology or Laboratory Medicine.
• One year patient care experience preferred.
• ARRT certification or ACS/AMT certification required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow lab procedures for specimen collection, handling and processing.
• Maintain and document instrument calibration and QA for lab and X-ray.
• Assist Diagnostic Supervisor in training new staff and in workflow coordination.
• Provide accurate patient identification and ensure proper exam documentation.

Skills

Lab procedures

Specimen handling

X-ray procedures

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associates degree in Radiology or Laboratory Medicine

Job description

Department: 36122 Navicent Health Medical Center - NH Urgent Care: Zebulon Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: varies 8am - 8pm 7 days a week variable locations x3 Pay Range: $26.55 - $39.85

Major Responsibilities:

Follows lab procedures for specimen collection, handling and processing in an efficient manner. Knowledgeable of specimen requirements and refers to reference manual as needed. Adheres to patient test management protocols to provide overall quality assurance from the pre-analytic, analytic, to the post-analytic phases of testing to include proper identification. Clarifies discrepancies in test orders with physician or Diagnostic Supervisor. Performs and documents instrument maintenance and calibration as needed. Maintains required clerical records for Lab and X-Ray (i.e., patient logs, requests, results, reagent log, addendums, critical or flagged reports). Participates in proficiency testing as assigned. Performs all activities necessary to produce correct x-rays (i.e., patient I.D., patient gowning, handling of injured patients, positioning of patients, labeling and determining correct exposure to produce optimum x-rays in an efficient manner). Assists Diagnostic Supervisor in teaching and on-the-job training of lab/x-ray procedures for new personnel as instructed. Performs other patient care duties when required. Carries out EXAMINE protocols accurately and in a timely manner. Keeps informed of updates, new clients, and related changes in policy. Assists the Diagnostic Supervisor in maintaining the appropriate laboratory and X-ray supplies as required by department guidelines.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

Radiology graduates: American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT); Laboratory Medicine graduates: certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT).

Education Required:

Associates degree in Radiology or Laboratory Medicine.

Experience Required:

One year of experience in patient care is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

NA

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to use visual near and distance acuity.
• Must have verbal ability to communicate in person and over the phone or radio.
• Must be able to assist co-workers in transfers and transport supplies, patients/residents, or equipment using good body mechanics.
• Must have functional range of motion of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines, upper and lower extremities with a grip strength of 60-80 pounds, specific to the job class evaluation.
• Must be able to forward reach, overhead reach, bend, squat, kneel and change from one position to the other rapidly.
• Must be able to lift 25-60 lbs. and carry 25-50 pounds specific to job class evaluation.
• Must be able to tolerate high noise, busy atmospheres and noxious odors.
• Must be able to work in noisy environments and be self directed to complete jobs as ordered.
• Must be able to remain calm under stressful situations.
• Must be able to assess and respond to multiple situations simultaneously.
• Must be able to assist co-workers in multiple overlapping tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to prioritize job tasks and organize work space to be efficient and conducive to completing work tasks as assigned in a timely manner.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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