Radiology Technologist - (RT/LMRT Leander) - Texas Orthopedics
About The Position
The Radiology Technologist takes patient x-rays according to physician orders and established procedures for patient care, safety, and protection. The role applies radiology guidelines, prepares patients for procedures, processes images, and sends x-rays to PACS for physician reading and interpretation. The technologist works with physicians and clinic staff to provide quality patient care and services while maintaining compliance with clinic standards and OSHA regulations. The position also supports clinic operations by assisting with patient flow and rooming patients, performing clinic technician duties when needed, maintaining and restocking supplies, and following physicians’ specific guidelines. The technologist monitors radiology equipment, reports malfunctions to the Radiation Safety Officer, and cooperates with equipment and area inspections and compliance activities. The role is based in a clinic setting and involves exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, radiation, and bodily fluids.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- ARRT or LMRT certification; ARRT preferred.
- Radiological certification.
- One year of experience in a health care setting; orthopedic experience preferred.
- Knowledge of governmental regulations and compliance requirements, including OSHA regulations.
- Knowledge of computer systems and applications.
- Ability to walk frequently and stand for extended periods.
- Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to assist patients weighing up to 300 pounds.
- Full range of motion.
- Adequate visual acuity to read and ability to interpret and understand written material.
- Adequate hearing and speaking abilities to interact appropriately with patients and co-workers.
Nice To Haves
- ARRT certification preferred.
- Experience in orthopedics preferred.
Responsibilities
- Take x-rays according to established procedures for patient care and safety.
- Apply radiology guidelines and physicians’ specific guidelines.
- Work with physician staff to ensure quality patient care and services.
- Ensure compliance with clinic standards and OSHA regulations, including answering medical questions from clinic and administrative staff.
- Prepare patients for radiological procedures.
- Process radiology images and send x-rays to PACS for physician reading and interpretation.
- Ensure radiology equipment is in good working condition and report malfunctions to the Radiation Safety Officer.
- Cooperate with inspections and compliance activities for radiology equipment and the radiology area.
- Maintain adequate supplies for radiology services and restock rooms on the prescribed schedule.
- Assist with patient flow through the clinic, including rooming patients.
- Perform clinic technician duties when needed in that capacity.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
