RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST - ORTHOPEDICS

Independence Health System Inc.; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Independence Health System Inc. in Latrobe, PA seeks a Radiologic Technologist to produce radiographs as directed by the Orthopedic physician, ensuring accurate data, patient identification, consent and optimal imaging parameters.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, operating radiography equipment, developing films, QC, documenting exams, and supporting efficient workflow in the orthopedic office.

Qualifications

• Completion of a JRCERT-accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
• Relevant training/experience (preferably within the past five years).
• Strong leadership, organizational skills, independent thinking and sound judgment.
• Strong ability to communicate complex topics to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Produces radiographs for diagnostic purposes as directed by the Orthopedic Physician.
• Verifies patient data, identity, consent and physician orders.
• Determines optimal imaging parameters for suspected pathology.
• Positions patients and operates radiographic equipment to obtain diagnostic images.
• Develops films and maintains accurate exam documentation and film labeling.
• Performs daily QC on radiographic equipment and maintains work area.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Independent thinking

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

JRCERT-accredited Radiologic Technology Program

ARRT Registry (Current)

BLS CPR/AED certification

Job description

Job Summary/Overall Objectives

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.
• Obtains optimum images during exam/procedure.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competency and Experience [Knowledge, Skills and Abilities]

Required Qualifications/Experience

• 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/Experience

• Medical Terminology
• One-year medical-surgical experience
• Experience in Healthcare setting.

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

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 System locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

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

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.
• Extreme Heat x
• Extreme Cold x
• Heights x
• Confined Spaces x
• Extreme Noise(>85dB) x
• Mechanical Hazards x
• Use of Vibrating Tools x
• Operates Vehicle (company) x x
• Operates Heavy Equipment x
• Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices x x
• Rotates All Shifts x x
• 8 Hours Shifts x x
• 10-12 Hours Shifts x x
• On-Call x
• Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk) x x
• Travel Between Sites x x
• Direct Patient Care x x
• Respirator Protective Equipment x x
• Eye Protection x x
• Head Protection (hard hat) x
• Hearing Protection x
• Hand Protection x x
• Feet, Toe Protection x
• Body Protection x x
• Latex Exposure x x
• Solvent Exposure x
• Paint (direct use) Exposure x
• Dust (sanding) Exposure x
• Ethylene Oxide Exposure x
• Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure x
• Blood/Body Fluid Exposure x x
• Chemicals (direct use) Exposure x x
• Mist Exposure x
• Wax Stripper (direct use) x
• Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure x x
• Ionizing Radiation Exposure x x
• Laser Exposure x

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.
• Bending (Stooping) x x
• Sitting x x
• Walking x x
• Climbing Stairs x x
• Climbing Ladders x
• Standing x x
• Kneeling x x
• Squatting (Crouching) x x
• Twisting/Turning x x
• Keyboard/Computer Operation x x
• Gross Grasp x x
• Fine Finger Manipulation x x
• Hand/Arm Coordination x x
• Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force) x 50#
• Carry x 10#
• Transfer/Push/Pull Patients x x
• Seeing Near w/Acuity x x
• Feeling (Sensation) x x
• Color Vision x x
• Hearing Clearly x x
• Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead x x
• Reaching Above Shoulder Level x x
• Reaching Forward x x
• 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.