Radiologic Technologist

College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstHealth of the Carolinas seeks a Radiology professional to evaluate patient status, verify orders, and produce high-quality diagnostic images. The role requires ARRT registration or eligibility and familiarity with Epic EMR and quality control processes.

Safety and patient-centered care are emphasized in daily duties. The candidate should have strong communication skills and be able to coordinate with nursing staff and providers while maintaining accurate records and image documentation in

Qualifications

• ARRT registered or registry eligible in Radiology.
• 1 year Radiology experience preferred.
• Three years’ experience in physician office with medical billing experience may be accepted in lieu of formal billing or PSR training.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient status to determine method of exam and coordinate with nursing staff and provider.
• Verify exam orders and modify as needed; document in the Epic EMR system per department policy.
• Produce optimal images in compliance with Quality Assurance policies and safety guidelines.
• Maintain knowledge of daily quality control functions and disposition of images according to guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and patients, providing guidance as needed.

Skills

Clinical training

Office automation

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

ARRT registered or registry eligible in Radiology

1 year Radiology experience preferred

3 years’ physician office experience with medical billing may substitute

Tools

EMRs

CPT/ICD-9 coding

Job description

Overview

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous accolades for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Position Specific Competencies:
  • Uses appropriate problem‑solving approach to plan performance of services.
  • Evaluate patient status to determine method of exam and coordinates with nursing staff and provider.
  • Verify exam orders and make appropriate modifications – Convenient Care Clinics utilizes Epic Electronic Medical Information System to generate Radiology check‑in document per department policy.
  • Utilizes technique chart located in rooms.
  • Has knowledge of daily quality control functions.
• Provides services with consideration of the physical, psychosocial, cultural/spiritual, and age‑specific needs of those served.
  • Produces optimal images in compliance with Quality Assurance policies.
  • Utilizes good positioning skills when creating patient images.
  • Maintains education hours as required by ARRT and FHC to include BLS.
  • Follows departmental guidelines for disposition of images.
  • Marks images with all required identification.
• Uses equipment/supplies appropriately.
  • Maintains clinical competencies.
  • Operates office and communication systems to include Electronic Medical Record system, HBOC, PACS, and Epic EMR System, and Systoc.
  • Selects and uses appropriate supplies needed to perform procedures and provide patient care.
• Uses appropriate safety and infection control measures.
  • Follows guidelines set by OSHA and FHC requirements.
  • Adheres to radiation safety policies.
  • Complies with departmental and organizational safety and infection control measures.
  • Uses proper techniques when working with equipment to prevent unnecessary harm to patient, equipment and (or) co‑workers.
• Teaches/directs/advises/informs others in an appropriate manner.
  • Provides guidance and assistance to co‑workers.
  • Provides pertinent information to Regional Manager.
  • Good communication skills per corporate policy.
  • Anticipates informational needs of those served.
• Reports/records information correctly.
  • Documentation on images, requests, and QC.
  • Documents/Reports equipment failure to appropriate personnel.

Qualifications

• Education/formal training/licensure/certification/experience:
  • ARRT registered or registry eligible in Radiology
  • 1 year of Radiology experience preferred
  • Three years’ experience in physician office with medical billing experience may be accepted in lieu of formal billing or PSR formal training
• Additional Skills:
  • Clinical training and Office automation
  • Experience with practice management systems; EMRs; office automation skills; extensive knowledge of CPT and ICD‑9 coding and insurance reimbursement
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; good organizational skills.
  • Is committed to and demonstrates excellent customer service when dealing with all types of customers