Outreach Rad Tech

Independence Health System Careers•Butler, PA

About The Position

Registers and performs radiographic, phlebotomy, and EKG exams following prescribed protocols and procedures. Demonstrates competence in the assessment, range of treatment, and knowledge of growth and development, appropriate to the age and disability of the patient treated.

Requirements

Completion of a (JRCERT) accredited Radiologic Technology Program recognized by the ARRT.
Zero (0) to one (1) year of experience as a Radiographic Technologist.
Complete on the job phlebotomy and registration training
High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.
Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
Current Registry with the 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 with renewal

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of specialized phlebotomy training program
Experience working in an ambulatory outpatient setting.
Experience in Healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Performs quality exams according to established protocols and policies.
Adheres to federal and state radiation safety guidelines and regulations regarding patient and operator safety. Ensures proper collimation, shielding and dose reduction.
Reviews and documents clinical history prior to performing exams. Completes clinical and image documentation into the HIS/RIS system. Timely and accurately charges exams.
Performs operator equipment checks including quality control testing according to established frequency.
Demonstrates the ability to work at outpatient services locations with cross training knowledge of registration, EKG and possible phlebotomy (if required) as well as facility maintenance and inventory management.
Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure.
Reconfirms patient's identification and verifies the physician's order.
Verifies the patient's pregnancy status when appropriate.
Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand.
Selects appropriate shielding and positioning devices.
Obtains optimum images during exam/procedure.
Sets/adjusts radiographic equipment.
Positions patients to obtain diagnostic images per established protocols.
Sends images to PACS for interpretation by radiologist (where applicable).
Documents information about patient care, exam, and patient history in appropriate record (where applicable).
Verifies/enters correct order into RIS/HIS
Documents appropriate patient history in PACS system.
Scans appropriate documents into PACS system.
Maintains equipment and workstation in optimum condition.
Performs daily QC on radiographic equipment.
Implements downtime procedures when necessary (where applicable).
Initiates established downtime procedures.
Other duties as assigned.