RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST - ORTHOPEDICS

Independence Health System; Greensburg, Mount Pleasant, Latrobe (Westmoreland County, Westmoreland County, Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Westmoreland County is looking for a Radiologic Technologist to produce diagnostic images as per physician directives. The ideal candidate will ensure patient safety, maintain radiographic equipment, and exhibit strong communication and organizational skills. This position requires completion of an accredited program and a current registry with ARRT. Candidates will work collaboratively in a dynamic environment to support quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• Strong leadership ability and good organizational skills.
• Experience in a medical-surgical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce radiographs for diagnostic purposes as directed.
• Provide patient instructions and explain procedures.
• Maintain equipment and perform quality control checks.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Good communication

Education

Completion of a JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Tools

Radiographic equipment

Job description

Produces radiographs of various anatomical parts for diagnostic purposes as directed by the Orthopedic Physician.

Essential Job Functions

• Verifies pertinent data about the patient and procedure.
  • Verifies patient identification using two identifiers.
  • Verifies the physician order.
  • Reviews the physician order to determine the optimal imaging procedure for suspected pathology.
  • Verifies the patient's pregnancy status when appropriate.
• Provides information to the patient about the procedure.
  • Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure.
  • Provides accurate explanations and instructions at a level the patient understands.
• Analyzes the information obtained during assessment phase and determines optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis.
  • Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedure.
  • Selects appropriate shielding and immobilization devices.
• Sets adjusts radiographic equipment.
• Positions patients to obtain diagnostic images per physician direction.
• Utilizes equipment to maximize images.
• Develops films for review by the physician.
• Maintains storage of developed films.
• Documents accurate information about patient and exam.
  • Accurately marks films with patient identifiers, name/SSN
  • Accurately marks films with R & L or other markers per protocol.
• Maintains equipment and workstation in optimum condition.
  • Performs daily QC on radiographic equipment.
  • Assure adequate patient care and office supplies are maintained.
• Performs other duties of medical assistant and/or medical secretary on an as needed basis within physician office setting to ensure an efficient work flow for Orthopedic practice.
  • Checks in patient by gathering the appropriate demographic information and verification of same
  • Assists physician/physician assistant/extended by rooming patients and prepares x-ray image for viewing in exam room
  • Assists physician/physician assistant/extended as needed to ensure expedition of patient care
  • Checks out patient by scheduling return appointment as necessary
  • Calls for authorization of MRI and surgical procedures as needed
  • May complete forms/faxes as necessary as they regard to the patients treatment and follow up
• May assist in surgical scheduling as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• Related training/experience (preferably within the past five years)
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, and sound judgment.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Terminology
• One-year medical-surgical experience

License, Certification & Clearances

• Current Registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on‑call, etc.).
• Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.

LEAN

• Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one’s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela’s missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

• Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non‑job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential – Absolute Necessity.

Marginal – Minimal Necessity.

Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

Extreme Cold

Heights

Confined Spaces

Mechanical Hazards

Use of Vibrating Tools

Operates Vehicle (company)

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

Rotates All Shifts

On-Call

Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)

Respirator Protective Equipment

Eye Protection

Hearing Protection

Hand Protection

Feet, Toe Protection

Body Protection

Latex Exposure

Solvent Exposure

Paint (direct use) Exposure

Dust (sanding) Exposure

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

Mist Exposure

Laser Exposure

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential – Absolute Necessity.

Marginal – Minimal Necessity.

Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Walking

Climbing Ladders

Standing

Kneeling

Squatting (Crouching)

Twisting/Turning

Keyboard/Computer Operation

Gross Grasp

Hand/Arm Coordination

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

50#

Carry

10#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

Seeing Near w/Acuity

Feeling (Sensation)

Hearing Clearly

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

Reaching Forward

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

10#

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

50#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

35#

50#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

10#

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

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