Physician Practice Radiology Tech

NORTH ARKANSAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER•Harrison, AR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist I performs radiographic procedures in a physician practice and supports related clinical and administrative functions. The role prepares and positions patients, operates imaging equipment, evaluates images for technical quality, documents procedures, and works with providers and the care team to support safe, timely patient care. Additional clinical duties may be assigned within the employee’s training, credentials, and scope of practice.

Requirements

High school diploma plus college coursework or an associate degree.
Current Arkansas Radiologic Technologist license.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and completion of required competency validation; certification must be maintained.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Effective written and verbal communication and customer-service skills.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Computer skills, including data entry and use of applicable information systems and common office software.

Nice To Haves

College coursework in allied health.
Experience in a clinic, hospital, medical department office, or related clinical setting; related education may also be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform radiographic procedures requested by an authorized practitioner, in accordance with Arkansas licensure, training, and NARMC policies.
Verify patient identity and imaging orders, review relevant clinical history, and confirm that the history aligns with the requested procedure.
Prepare and position patients, select appropriate imaging techniques, and operate radiography equipment and related accessories.
Evaluate images for technical quality and accurate patient identification, and promptly report equipment malfunctions.
Document procedures accurately in Meditech, including procedure details, charges, requisitions, radiation-safety information, and related records.
Explain procedures and provide appropriate patient education and post-procedure communication while maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality.
Communicate effectively with providers, radiologists, imaging services nurses, patients, families, and other care team members.
Follow radiation safety, infection prevention, sterile technique, HIPAA privacy and security, and biomedical waste-disposal procedures.
Assist with patient mobility and transportation using safe body mechanics, and assist providers with examinations as directed.
Perform other clinical duties within scope of practice, potentially including taking vital signs, collecting specimens, basic phlebotomy, approved laboratory testing, electrocardiograms, and basic wound care.
Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment, maintain an organized work area, and monitor and replenish supplies.
Maintain accurate patient records and support clerical tasks, including scheduling, documentation, and use of applicable information systems.
Complete assigned quality-control and proficiency-testing activities, follow established procedures, and report issues or improvement opportunities.
Manage competing priorities, complete work in a timely manner, collaborate with coworkers, and float to other facilities or departments as directed when duties are within credentials and competency.

Benefits

Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
Basic life insurance ($40,000) and AD&D at no cost; voluntary life options available.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB), with accrual based on service years.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
On-site wellness center and discounted membership at Planet Fitness.
Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.