Radiology Tech/Limited Scope Xray

Ridgeview Medical Center; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeview Medical Center in Minnesota seeks a Radiologic Technologist to produce high-quality radiographs, perform equipment maintenance, and support quality control programs in Radiology.

The role may include lab duties such as venipuncture, patient positioning, room setup, and collaboration with providers and staff. ARRT/AART registered tech required; EMR experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of radiology.
• ARRT Board registered license.
• Experience with radiology equipment maintenance and QC.
• Knowledge of radiology safety and patient positioning.
• Proficient in English communication and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Instructs patients regarding x-ray procedures.
• Prepares room, equipment and materials for procedures.
• Communicates with providers, patients and staff.
• Maintains x-ray supplies and inventory.
• Performs maintenance, QC and adjustments of radiology equipment.
• Instructs other personnel in radiological techniques and equipment maintenance.
• Maintains film filing system and reports.
• Keeps up-to-date on technology.
• Oversees compliance programs and participates in surveys/audits.
• May perform venipuncture and specimen collection as needed.
• Demonstrates proper room and equipment cleaning between patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

X-ray safety

English communication

Background checks

Patient positioning

Quality control

Equipment troubleshooting

Multi-tasking

Patient service

Basic computer skills

Adaptability

Education

Graduate of an approved school of radiology

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

Purpose of Job

This position is responsible for the production and development of quality radiographs, equipment maintenance and quality improvement/quality control according to established policies and procedures. May also perform lab functions as required.

Job Functions

1. Instructs patients regarding x-ray procedure.
2. Prepares room, equipment and material as needed for patient procedures.
3. Communicates with providers, patients and support staff as needed.
4. Organizes and maintains x-ray supplies and inventory.
5. Provides maintenance, QC and adjustments of radiology equipment.
6. Instructs other medical personnel in proper radiological techniques and the maintenance of equipment.
7. Maintains film filing system including reports and film retrieval.
8. Maintains knowledge of current and new technology.
9. Oversee compliance programs and represents clinic Radiology department during surveys/audits
10. May also perform lab duties as needed which may include but are not limited to venipuncture, collection of specimens through various routes.
11. Demonstrates room and equipmentcleaning process between patients.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education/Work Experience

• Graduate of an approved school of radiology

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of x-ray safety for patients and personnel
• Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions
• Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above
• Knowledge of proper patient positioning and state radiology regulations
• Skill in performing quality control and maintaining records
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and technique problems
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to serve patients in a friendly and efficient manner
• Knowledge of basic computer functions and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations
• Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above

License/Certifications

• AART Board registered

Preferred Qualifications

• EMR experience

Cognitive and Mental Demands

• Time Awareness - Continuous
• Writing - Continuous
• Initiation of Work - Continuous
• Memory - Continuous
• Receptiveness to Change - Continuous
• Reasoning - Continuous
• Required Sequences in Work - Frequent
• Problem Solving - Frequent