LMRT / MA - Part Time

Integrity Care Group•Hempstead, TX

About The Position

The Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist (LMRT)/Non-Certified Radiologic Technician (NCT) provides patient services as part of the clinical team, using limited imaging modalities. The role performs limited radiographic procedures, applies radiation protection and ALARA principles, uses professional judgment, provides patient care essential to radiographic procedures, recognizes conditions requiring immediate action, and initiates life support measures. The employee maintains professional relationships with coworkers and physicians, supports patient flow and quality care, and protects patient confidentiality. Registration, triage, and other duties may also be required. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. The position includes patient intake and care, assistance with clinical procedures, diagnostic testing, radiography, specimen collection and processing, medication administration by provider order, documentation, patient education, callbacks and referrals, inventory monitoring, equipment quality checks, registration, and clerical support. This is a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current LMRT/NCT certification that qualifies the employee for employment in the state.
Current BLS certification, which must be obtained and maintained.
PC skills or applicable computer experience.
Ability to accurately read and write medical terminology.
Ability to work all shifts.
Detail-oriented, with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to see with corrective eyewear and hear clearly with assistance.
Ability to handle emergency or crisis situations.
Ability to wear protective equipment as necessary.
Ability to lift 15–20 pounds.
Ability to escort or transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet patients courteously, help ensure efficient patient flow, and escort patients to the discharge counter after treatment.
Obtain patient history, assess and triage patients, measure vital signs, and record information in patient charts.
Position instruments and equipment and hand them to the provider when directed; clean and sterilize instruments and equipment after use.
Administer injections and medications; perform eye and ear irrigations and enemas; dress and bandage wounds and incisions; draw blood; and assist providers with procedures, only as ordered by a provider.
Perform diagnostic tests using equipment such as eye exam devices, electrocardiographs, defibrillators, cardiac monitors, oxygen equipment, pulse oximeters, peak-flow meters, and inhalation treatment equipment.
Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests; draw blood; and collect, label, and process specimens for send-out.
Perform occupational medicine protocols according to proper techniques and guidelines, and prepare specimens for pickup and shipment to the appropriate laboratory.
Prepare and administer medication correctly, verify patient identifiers, and document administration in required logs.
Remove sutures and/or staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.
Complete medical charts, including services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
Perform patient callbacks, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments.
Monitor disposable inventory and order medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
Perform quality checks to ensure medical equipment is in good working order.
Assist with registration and other clerical duties as needed.
Introduce oneself to patients and, when appropriate, their families; explain procedures, communicate with patients, and help alleviate anxiety.
Provide examination education before exams and relevant post-procedure instructions.
Interview patients about medical history or other information relevant to the examination and document it appropriately.
Use shielding and collimation to minimize radiation exposure, follow radiation-safety procedures and ALARA principles, and monitor personal radiation exposure.
Properly perform radiographic modalities and procedures.
Collect required patient release forms for procedures.
Assist in training clinical staff on patient positioning and radiation-exposure guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Escort or transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher when needed.