RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST - Orthopedic Associates of Meadville- Full Time

Meadville Medical Center•Meadville, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs quality x-rays in a timely manner. This role involves operating imaging equipment, positioning patients, ensuring radiation safety, and maintaining equipment. The technologist will also be responsible for patient preparation, importing external exams, maintaining patient safety records, and communicating with various stakeholders. Additionally, the role requires maintaining a clean and organized work area, adhering to company policies, and contributing to successful patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Radiology Technologist Degree
Certified by ARRT
Current AART certification.
Current CPR and AED certification.
Excellent patient care skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Verbal and written skills necessary to communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers, patients, insurance companies and physician office personnel.
Project and maintain a positive image in telephone interactions with patients, insurance companies, other health care providers and coworkers and maintain an appearance of composure under stressful situations.
Basic computer, calculator, fax, copier skills.
Ability to work as a team member of various work groups and multi-disciplinary problem solving teams.
Ability to hear and communicate via telephone with patients and staff.
Ability to exercise good judgment, work independently without close supervision and respond to concerns of others with tact.
Ability to organize and prioritize duties, shifting suddenly to new tasks as priorities change, adjusting work schedule to reflect changing situations and requirements.
Ability to concentrate in a busy work area.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years radiology experience preferred
Physician office experience preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for radiology procedures.
Import outside patient radiology exams into PACS system.
Maintain patient safety.
Maintain film badges.
Communicate with patients and other medical facilities regarding radiology tests/films and CD’s.
Assist with patient flow by rooming patients and obtaining vital signs.
Prepare patient for examination by practitioner.
Assure the radiology area is clean and organized.
Observe and comply with all OAM personnel policies and procedures.
Communicate and interact effectively with patients and families, physicians, peers and other team members to maximize successful patient outcomes.
Maintain the confidentiality of patient and staff related information.
Follow compliance and safety requirements.
Perform Quality Control measures as needed.
Formulating and understanding repeat analysis.
Maintain supplies within Radiology.
Communicate equipment errors and malfunctions with MMC Bio-Med or appropriate service engineers.
Operating imaging equipment and adjusting settings to capture high-quality diagnostic images.
Position patients accurately and perform imaging study as ordered.
Follow safety guidelines to protect patients and staff from unnecessary radiation exposure.
Review and evaluate images for clarity and diagnostic quality.
Maintain and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
Participate in continuing education and professional development opportunities as required.