Radiologic Technologist- Urgent Care

Gibsongeneral; Princeton (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Onsite children’s care

Free access to fitness centers

Competitive pay

Job summary

A leading medical provider in Indiana is seeking a Radiologic Technologist who will provide clinical assistance during patient examinations and treatments. This position involves preparing equipment, administering treatments according to protocols, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. Candidates must have a degree from an accredited Medical Imaging program and must be licensed as Radiologic Technologists in Indiana. CPR certification is also required. Flexible work schedules available.

Qualifications

• Degree in Medical Imaging needed.
• Licensed as Radiologic Technologist in Indiana.
• Registered by ARRT within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment and aid primary clinician during treatment.
• Explain procedures to patients to gain cooperation.
• Administer treatments in accordance with protocols.
• Perform routine maintenance on instruments.
• Operate radiology equipment to produce x-rays.

Skills

Compassionate care

Clinical assistance

Patient assessment

Education

Degree from an accredited Medical Imaging program

Licensed as a Radiologic Technologist

Healthcare Provider CPR certification

Tools

EPIC

Radiology equipment

Job description

We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:

Flexible work schedules – Full time/part time/supplemental – Day/Eve/Night

Onsite children’s care centers (Infant through Pre-K)

Free access to fitness centers, where health coaches are available to help with workout plans

Payactiv- earned wage benefit- work today get paid tomorrow

Competitive pay, shift and weekend incentives, yearly opportunities for pay increases and bonuses

Join Our Team

We are looking for compassionate, caring, and dedicated Radiologic Technologists to join our team and help us continue our tradition of excellence.

As an urgent care Radiologic Technologist, you will play a critical role in continuing the healing mission of Deaconess.

Job Overview

Provides general clinical assistance by preparing equipment, administering medication by mouth as ordered and aiding primary clinicians (physicians, nurse practitioner or physician assistant) during treatment and examination of patients. Assures that the patient treatment areas are clean and stocked. Assists with patient testing and assessment functions as assigned.

Job Duties

• Explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation, understanding and allay apprehension.
• Administers treatments in accordance with Center Protocols.
• Prepares equipment and aids primary clinician (physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant) during treatment and examination of patient.
• Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of patient.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on assigned instruments and equipment according to established schedule and procedure.
• Verifies instrument functioning by checking and calibrating specific lab instruments and documents data.
• Directs someone with access to CMMS to place a work order for repairs, replacement and maintenance of equipment as needed.
• Prepares patient for and assists with examinations.
• Cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment, and maintains stock of supplies and medications.
• Conducts specified laboratory tests.
• Performs and records electrocardiograms.
• Escorts patient to room for assessment.
• Takes patient’s vital signs, treats wounds and evaluates physical condition of patient.
• Contacts hospital or other health care facility to arrange for further medical or psychological treatment as directed by the primary care clinician.
• Makes a referral appointment to specialists as ordered by clinician. Then notifies patient.
• Performs hearing, vision, pulmonary function, drug testing and alcohol testing in accordance with established protocols.
• Makes assigned “call-backs” to patients to assess their after-care status.
• Assures that all rooms are stocked at the end of each shift.
• Associate marks charges appropriately in EPIC and on charge ticket and corresponds to diagnosis determined by clinician.
• Takes patient phone calls, acquires physician’s response and return information to patient by telephone.
• Labels and dispenses medications from the pharmacy under the direction of the provider on duty.
• Accepts assignments at any Center location.
• Operates radiology equipment to produce radiographs (x-rays) of body for diagnostic purposes.
• Positions patient on examination table and adjusts immobilization devises to obtain optimum views of specified area of body, requested by ordering clinician.
• Moves x-ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factor such as time and distance.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Occasionally oversees interns, temporary help and new employees in orientation.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Degree from an accredited Medical Imaging program
• Licensed as a Radiologic Technologist in the state in which you will practice
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as a Radiologic Technologist prior to, or within 6 months of hire
• Valid driver’s license from state of residence.
• Must have Healthcare Provider CPR certification. Valid CPR certification must be maintained throughout employment.

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