Orthopedic Urgent Care - Radiologic Technologist

Iowa Orthopaedic Center PC•Des Moines, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Iowa Orthopedic Center is seeking a dedicated Radiologic Technologist to join our team at Orthopedic Urgent Care locations. The Radiologic Technologist I (Rad Tech) plays a critical role in supporting patient care at Iowa Ortho by assisting with clinical procedures, performing diagnostic imaging, and preparing patients under the direction of a physician and/or APP. This role involves a combination of imaging, documentation, education, and patient care duties, including applying DME, casting/splinting, and facilitating in-office procedures. The Rad Tech collaborates with physicians, APPs & care team to ensure the highest quality of patient care and a positive patient experience. This position involves 3 12hr Shifts (7am-7pm) and the occasional (8am-12pm) Saturdays.

Requirements

Current RT(R) certificate or degree
Current CPR Certification and Mandatory Reporter Certification
Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively
Ability to read and interpret documents such as physician orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manual
Ability to document accurately and concisely patient’s care in EMR and/or in patients chart
Ability to be on your feet for long periods of time and lift a minimum of 50 pounds

Responsibilities

Direct patients to exam room; obtains patient history and vitals
Pull x-rays and MRIs as needed via the computer; uploads images brought on CD by the patient
Assist physician/x-ray tech with procedures as requested; prepare patient for injection as directed by a physician
Assist patients with dressing, transport and transfers
Assist with cast and splint application and/or removal; remove sutures, staples, apply Steri-Strips and appropriate bandages/dressings as directed by physician
Accurately schedule/reschedule appointments and follow up appointments for patients as needed
Collect specimens as directed by a physician, do proper paper work and deliver specimen to proper lab
Prepare equipment/instruments for autoclave as needed
Document information in EMR; prepare the paper charts for upcoming appointments by printing information from EMR and filing appropriately
Call patients for upcoming appointments to obtain a history and get items from different facilities as needed
Provide excellent customer service to patients, physicians, and other staff
Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to Release of Information Guidelines in regards to clients’/significant others’ rights.
Practices our mission each day which is to serve our patients the best way possible providing the best care possible.