Radiology Technologist Ambulatory Services

Franciscan Alliance•Michigan City, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist of Franciscan Health Ambulatory Services is responsible for performing diagnostic imaging examinations of patients. This position conducts preliminary analysis on images and collaborates with doctors and other Healthcare professionals to interpret images. In addition to imaging responsibilities, this position is responsible for other clinic functions that improve the health and wellness for the community through disease prevention and health promotion. Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Radiology
Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association as designated by department
Radiography (ARRT-R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Radiology Technologist License (RADTECH) - State Licensing Board

Responsibilities

Performing diagnostic imaging examinations of patients.
Conducting preliminary analysis on images.
Collaborating with doctors and other Healthcare professionals to interpret images.
Assisting with clinic operations and patient care functions, including escorting patients to treatment rooms, taking vital signs, measuring patient weight, wound photography, finger stick blood testing, dressing application, and calf measurements.
Providing direct patient care including conducting assessments, assisting with procedures, rooming patients, defining plans of care, and providing appropriate related treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning.
Treating injuries using appropriate treatment modalities within the scope of athletic training certification and state practice act.
Completing and appropriately documenting Pulmonary Function Tests, DOT and non-DOT Drug Screens, blood/urine specimens, and labs on patients.
Greeting and registering patients for services in Electronic Medical Record, and collecting all information required to validate identity and bill for services.
Assessing and triaging walk-in patients for signs of heart attack, stroke, active bleeding, etc.