Limited Scope Radiologic Technologist-Ortho Clinic

UVA Health — Northern Virginia and Culpeper; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health is seeking a Limited Scope Radiologic Technologist for its Ortho Clinic in Culpeper, VA. This full-time role involves performing diagnostic imaging, ensuring patient care and safety, and compliance with OSHA regulations. The candidate must possess a high school diploma, a limited scope license, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Requires effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and electronic medical record preferred.
• Must obtain AHA BLS-HCP certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality diagnostic medical images for patient evaluation.
• Ensures patient safety and comfort while in the radiology department.
• Follows OSHA regulations and uses universal precautions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Teamwork

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate from a school or program of Radiological Sciences-Limited

Limited Scope Radiology Technologist license in Virginia

Tools

Electronic medical record (Epic preferred)

Job description

Limited Scope Radiologic Technologist-Ortho Clinic

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About Us

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

Job Description

Limited Scope Radiologic Technologist

Job Code: RT3482

Full Time Days

8a-5p

About Us

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

Job Summary

Performs high quality, diagnostic medical images within scope (as it related to the limited scope radiologic technologist licensure), for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending provider. Prepares patients for exams and operates x-ray equipment in order to obtain diagnostic images.

Patient Care: Ensures patient safety and comfort while in the radiology department.

• Explains the procedure and post-procedure orders to the patient to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
• Prioritizes workflow in regard to patient condition and ensures patients’ arrival and departure occur in a timely manner.
• Provides an atmosphere conducive to gain the patient’s cooperation and confidence.
• Utilizes data received from patient satisfaction and practice performance results to identify opportunities to improve and participates in the planning and improvement process.
  
  

Compliance: Follows and supports OSHA regulations and uses universal precautions when required.

• Cleans examination surfaces between patients.
• Provides clean linen including sheets, gowns, pillow cases, and towels.
• Immediately cleans spills following universal precautions.
• Properly stores accessory equipment when not in use.
  
  

Teamwork: Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals.

• Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers.
• Participates in regular staff meetings.
  
  

Technical Competency: Follows routine standards and properly and safely manipulates equipment, within its limitations, to obtain images.

• Adjusts cameras to obtain the proper density and contrast.
• Performs any necessary warm-up and quality control procedures on the equipment.
• Uses protocols to obtain images of internal structures.
• Critiques images for quality and makes necessary judgments to determine if repeat is necessary.
  
  

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be a graduate from a school or program of Radiological Sciences-Limited.

Experience: None required.

Licensure: Limited Scope Radiology Technologist license in the State of Virginia, required. Ability to obtain AHA BLS-HCP certification within 30 days of hire, required.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills required. Knowledge of medical terminology and electronic medical record, preferably Epic, preferred.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 13A, Imaging

Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand

The job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull up to 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. May be exposed to radiation. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

Other

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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