Pediatric Urgent Care Radiologic Technologist - Glenview, IL - Full Time, Part Time & Per Diem

LE_01 PM Pediatrics Management Group, LLC - Glenview, IL

Part-time,Full-time

Glenview, IL

51-100 employees

About the position

The Radiologic Technologist (X-ray Tech) at PM Pediatrics is responsible for performing radiological procedures in a pediatric urgent care setting. This role involves providing clinical and administrative support, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining effective relationships with patients, families, and healthcare providers. The position emphasizes quality care and compliance with regulations while contributing to the overall mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operations.
• Obtain medical history, patient vital signs, and intake.
• Prepare patients for radiological procedures and take x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety.
• Obtain quality diagnostic radiographs as requested by physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.
• Ensure that all equipment is in good working condition and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintain and document daily quality control of radiology equipment at the start of shift.
• Document repeat exposures and parent holding log with pocket dosimeter read.
• Assist in radiology quality assurance program for radiography equipment.
• Immediately report any equipment malfunctions to management team.
• Help patients in distress by promptly notifying medical staff of emergencies.
• Perform collection of throat and nasal specimens and process samples for testing.
• Assist in processing of laboratory testing of patient samples and routine QA testing.
• Apply splints, ace wraps and DME devices on patients.
• Provide patient with crutches and proper use education.
• Keep exam and x-ray room stocked with adequate supplies.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Maintain operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes to management team.
• Maintain safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures.
• Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping patient care information confidential in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Enhance health care practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and challenging requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Assist patients with complaints and take an active role in service recovery when needed.

Requirements

• Graduated from Radiologic Technologist program.
• Knowledge of medical practice and terminology, clinic's processes, and procedures.
• Ability to use sound reasoning and judgment and act calmly in emergencies.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and nonverbally.
• Knowledge of digital imaging.
• Knowledge of electronic health records (eCW preferred).