PRN X-Ray Technologist
Direct Orthopedic Care•Irving, TX
•$24 - $40
About The Position
The X-Ray Technologist provides x-rays at the provider’s direction and supports patient care, safety, and guest experience. The role reports to the Practice Manager and includes radiology procedures, patient-flow support, administrative tasks, and maintenance of radiology equipment. The technologist follows DOC protocols, protects patient confidentiality and health information, and maintains compliance with HIPAA and applicable legal requirements.
Requirements
- Proficient computer skills.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Able to use active listening skills.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Flexible and adaptable.
Responsibilities
- Take initial x-rays per DOC protocol and follow-up x-rays at the provider’s discretion.
- Welcome guests and maintain a courteous, attentive, and professional manner.
- Follow protocols to reduce anxiety, explain treatment, and ensure guests’ questions are answered.
- Support guest flow by rooming guests, taking vitals, setting up injections, obtaining prior authorizations for injections, taking inventory and ordering supplies, educating guests, and applying DME.
- Apply safety techniques, register guests in PACS, and transport guests between rooms.
- Check in guests, collect demographic information, verify insurance coverage, and collect copays.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and ensure PHI is secure; comply with HIPAA requirements.
- Notify providers and team members when guests arrive, remain aware of delays, and communicate continually with the care team.
- Use radiation-protection techniques and follow DOC protocols to minimize radiation exposure to guests and team members.
- Input CPT codes in the EMR.
- Maintain radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance, following manufacturer instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, scheduling repairs, and maintaining equipment inventory and service history.
- Assist providers with guest care and document care using EMR and PAC technology.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements.
- Maintain and develop professional and technical knowledge.
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