Radiology Technologist ( 9:00 AM - 5:30P Mon-Fri)

Medical Clinic of Houston•Houston, TX

51d

About The Position

Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to operate X-ray unit to provide images and complex data for determining medical treatment/diagnosis. Verifies Physician order and procedure to assure accuracy. Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protcol (including IV placement). Utilize Radiology information system to manage patient workflow and facilitate care. Maintain a professional and clean environment for the X-ray and CT Departments at all times. Monitor RIS for all walk-in procedures; schedule procedures; and review insurance coverage before a procedure is performed. Ensure customer service is provided in a timely manner. Ensures all procedures in X-ray are interpreted in a timely manner. Consult with supervisor or manager for problem solving and/or changes in procedures. Report incidents in a timely manner not exceeding 24 hours. Coordinate the daily cleaning, periodical preventive maintenance of the equipment in X-ray. Assist with developing, reviewing, and updating of X-ray protocols and procedures. Perform periodical evaluation of X-ray protocols and procedures, under the direction of the Radiologists, to determine quality assurance and/or additional projections requirements. Serve as a mentor and resource to train less experienced technologists. Maintain a safe working environment. Ensure the X-ray and CT Departments complies with all State and Federal regulations, as applicable to the areas of responsibility. Maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate late add-on patients. Adhere to the Radiology and Clinic Policy and Procedures and the Code of Conduct. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology.
Registered Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R).
Minimum of 1 year experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.
Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills.
Must demonstrate excellent customer service and satisfaction skills.
Effective coordination of multiple projects.
Must be knowledgeable in all Radiology procedures and scheduling on Synapse RIS.
Uses analytical skills for troubleshooting and problem solving.
Must have excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, listening, and telephone etiquette.
Excellent computer skills - PC, MS office including data entry in RIS scheduling.
Be able to lift up to 50 lb.

Responsibilities

Operate X-ray unit to provide images and complex data for determining medical treatment/diagnosis.
Verifies Physician order and procedure to assure accuracy.
Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protcol (including IV placement).
Utilize Radiology information system to manage patient workflow and facilitate care.
Maintain a professional and clean environment for the X-ray and CT Departments at all times.
Monitor RIS for all walk-in procedures; schedule procedures; and review insurance coverage before a procedure is performed.
Ensure customer service is provided in a timely manner.
Ensures all procedures in X-ray are interpreted in a timely manner.
Consult with supervisor or manager for problem solving and/or changes in procedures.
Report incidents in a timely manner not exceeding 24 hours.
Coordinate the daily cleaning, periodical preventive maintenance of the equipment in X-ray.
Assist with developing, reviewing, and updating of X-ray protocols and procedures.
Perform periodical evaluation of X-ray protocols and procedures, under the direction of the Radiologists, to determine quality assurance and/or additional projections requirements.
Serve as a mentor and resource to train less experienced technologists.
Maintain a safe working environment.
Ensure the X-ray and CT Departments complies with all State and Federal regulations, as applicable to the areas of responsibility.
Maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate late add-on patients.
Adhere to the Radiology and Clinic Policy and Procedures and the Code of Conduct.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.