Traveling Radiologic Technologist

Four Winds Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Four Winds Health in Charleston, SC is seeking a Licensed Radiologic Technologist to join our on-site team. The role involves performing diagnostic imaging, preparing patients, and coordinating with Providers to ensure quality care. Relocation assistance is available.

The position offers pay rates of 26 to 33 dollars per hour, commensurate with experience; travel days add $2.00 per hour and mileage reimbursement. On-site clinics and travel between locations are required.

Qualifications

• ARRT radiography credential required.
• Current BLS certification.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel within 10–15 miles of clinics and respond during business hours.
• 1–3 years radiologic technologist experience, preferably Urgent Care.
• XRAY Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prepare patients for X-Ray exams.
• Perform diagnostic imaging with high quality images.
• Operate radiology equipment and manage images in EMR/PACS.
• Review patient history and communicate observations to Providers.
• Travel between clinics and document travel time and mileage.
• Schedule patient appointments and assist with registration.
• Maintain inventory and supplies for the imaging area.
• Ensure HIPAA, CLIA, CMS/CPT compliance and quality assurance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient management

EMR proficiency

PACS familiarity

Attention to punctuality

Education

Associate degree or better

ARRT radiography credential (R)

BLS certification

XRAY Certification

Tools

EMR systems

PACS

MS Office basics

Job description

Job Category: Licensed Radiologic Technologist

Requisition Number: TRAVE009155

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Charleston, SC 29407, USA

Description

We are growing! Come be a part of our growth!

***Relocation Assistance Available***

**Pay Rate $26 - $33 / hour Pay will be Commensurate with Experience**

**On days the Radiologic Technologist travels, they will receive a $2.00 an hour increase and mileage reimbursement**

ROLE & RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Identifies and prepares patients for X-Ray exams
• Performs diagnostic and/or therapeutic quality imaging procedures for patient care population
• Operates modality specific and technical equipment related to patient care imaging, image processing, image transmission, image archiving, and computerized electronic medical records
• Reviews patient history and shares any observations with Providers
• Uses critical thinking principles in making decisions while following company’s policies
• Keeps inventory and maintains supplies, to include stocking rooms
• Knowledgeable about radiology equipment and ensures its proper operations
• Minimize patients’ exposure to radiation during X- Ray Imaging through the application of shielding techniques and careful positioning of patients
• Respond to and/or refer patient and pharmacy phone consultations, documenting appropriately in EMR
• Travel - Responsible for monitoring traffic and road conditions to ensure prompt arrival time at the center requesting the x-ray. Responsible for sending over all reads to the radiology group, sharing those results with the provider, and documenting those results in the radiology binder.Must document travel time, mileage, etc appropriately
• Manage and schedule patients’ appointments as needed
• Offers and fills appropriate medications accurately in house as prescribed by physician
• Collaborates with team on data and achieving length of stay goals for patient satisfaction and departmental goals
• Assists with administrative and registration functions, when not performing radiological examinations
• Consistently audits records for appropriate billing; identifies the correct procedure code is supported by diagnosis code
• Accurately edits claims for modifiers in compliance with CMS, AMA, and CPT coding guidelines
• Coordinates coding audits and addendums with registration staff for accurate and complete billing
• Prepare patient(s) for and assist with examination and/or treatment
• Perform triage and obtain vital signs
• Obtain and accurately document patient history in Electronic Medical Record (EMR)in timely manner
• Collect and maintain all patient and business documents while always maintaining confidentiality
• Collect routine laboratory specimens, urinalysis and/or oral swabs (to include point of care testing)
• Train and assist with our Occupational Medicine service line utilizing our current EMR system, drug screening, breath alcohol testing, audiograms, respiratory fit, pulmonary function testing and/or abiding by the systems and/or protocols set forth by company
• Understand and enforce standard health care regulatory requirements
• Responsible for quality assurance program for compliance with CLIA waived laboratory and patient result trackers
• Always ensure HIPAA and OSHA compliance
• Perform office procedures including all general administrative duties; ability to operate all office medical equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) approved educational program
• Must have American Registry of Radiologic Technologists credentials in Radiography (R).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Excellent interpersonal and patient management skills
• Ability to use EMR, PACS and basic knowledge of computer programs
• For SC/Prisma Health Urgent Care - Must have South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCQRSA) credentials.
• Must possess valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and adequate, reliable transportation
• Punctuality, communication, and reasonable response time is required
• Required to travel within 10-15 miles of a clinic and will be required to respond during business hours
• When not traveling between locations, the RT will remain at their assigned home clinic (or the clinic last performing an x-ray until the need for another x-ray arises) and perform the duties as in-house RT/CSR
• Upon being notified by a nearby center that a patient is present needing an x-ray, the RT will be notified and arrive to that site within a reasonable amount of time (25 minutes or less depending on travel time). Any delays should be reported immediately to their supervisor

INDPH

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Functional Expert

: Considered a thought leader on a subject

Dedicated

: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Flexibility

: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

Education

Preferred

Associates or better.

Experience

Preferred

1-3 years:

Radiologic Technologists

1-3 years:

Urgent Care

Licenses & Certifications

Required

XRAY Certification

Preferred

BLS Certification

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