X RAY TECHNOLOGIST I

OAA Orthopaedic Specialists; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Allentown seeks a Diagnostic Imaging Technologist to perform imaging procedures and ensure patient care. The role involves preparing patients, adjusting equipment, and maintaining accurate medical records. Ideal candidates will have ARRT registration and strong communication skills, contributing to a collaborative healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• ARRT Registered with 1-2 years prior experience.
• Must maintain CE 24 credits every two years.
• Current CPR/AED Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for imaging procedures.
• Processes images and maintains records in electronic medical records.
• Schedules appointments and verifies patient insurance information.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Computer skills

Bilingual/Spanish

Education

B.A. from a 4-year college or university

A.A from a 2-year college

Accreditation from a 2-year hospital-based program

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Summary: Performs diagnostic imaging procedures and provides patient education by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures
• Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation
• Determines exposure factors and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff
• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control
• Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician
• Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed in electronic medical records system
• Schedules appointments in the electronic medical record. Immediately greets and directs patients and visitors.
• Answers telephone calls promptly and courteously.
• Completes a full accurate patient registration.
• Verifies, updates, and maintains accurate patient insurance information. Coordinates referrals for patients through insurance and other physician offices.
• Reviews accounts of scheduled patients for balances and expired referrals and addresses with patient for resolution.
• Collects co-payment and balances from patients and reconciles daily cash report.
• Receives medical records requests and disability forms.
• Records patient communications within the electronic medical record.
• Other duties as assigned. For example, on occasion may be asked to cover at a satellite office.
  
  

Qualifications

• B.A. from a 4-year college or university, A.A from a 2- year college, or accreditation from a 2-year hospital-based program
• One to two years prior experience
• ARRT Registered
• Must maintain CE 24 credits every two years
• Required Certifications:
• Act 34 PA Criminal Background
• Act 151 PA Child Abuse History
• Act 114 FBI Cogent Clearance Fingerprinting
• Ability to multitask
• Current CPR/AED Certification a plus
• Must be able to assist patients on tables and equipment and occasionally lift and/or help move patients over 100 pounds
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
• Flexible team player
• Strong computer experience, electronic medical records experience
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Bi-lingual/Spanish skills for interpreting a plus