Radiology Technologist Clinic-Orthopedics

Description

Summary :

Operates radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic

images as directed by physicians. Performs routine diagnostic

procedures and may be required to function as a Medical Assistant

as needed. Behavior and communication skills must align with the

organization's mission, values, and culture.

Responsibilities :

Meets expectations of the applicable

OneCHRISTUS Competencies : Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or

Leader of Leaders.

Performs a variety of

diagnostic procedures, some of a more complex nature, utilizing

state-of-the-art computerized imaging equipment in more than one

(1) modality.

Requires flexibility to work

competently within assigned modalities as needed or

assigned.

Interacts appropriately with patients

and all care providers by coordinating and prioritizing procedures

during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and

continuity.

Possesses the ability and

willingness to rotate within departments and clinics for proper

coverage as needed or assigned.

Upon completion

of procedures, program the computer to ensure completion of the

exam and that all scan data is correctly stored in

PACS.

Ensures exam rooms are neat, clean, and

adequately stocked before exams are performed and acts to ensure

compliance with Infection Control

standards.

Coordinates and prioritizes

procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient

care and continuity.

Ensures all charges are

correctly coded and entered in the billing

system.

Performs all duties in a manner that

protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or

disclose any confidential information unless necessary in the

performance of assigned job duties.

Ability to

communicate effectively, both verbally and in

writing.

Excellent customer service skills

required.

Attends required meetings and

participates in committees as

requested.

Follows the CHRISTUS Physician Group

guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and

Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect

unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information

(PHI).

Maintains established CHRISTUS Physician

Group policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety,

environmental, and infection control.

Adapt

assigned patient assessment, treatment, and / or care methods to

accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual,

age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient

served.

Ensures compliance with all policies,

procedures, and standards as outlined by State and Federal

agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory

entities.

Demonstrates adherence to the Core

values of CHRISTUS Health

Performs other duties

as assigned.

Job

Requirements : Education / Skills

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology

Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent

required

Experience

1 year of experience as a radiologic

technologist preferred

Basic computer

experience required

Licenses, Registrations, or

Certifications

Radiography (R) by ARRT is

required

State Licensure required

Texas : MRT by

TMB

Louisiana : LRT (R) or (F) by

LSRTBE

New Mexico : RRT by MIRTP

NMED

Arkansas : RTL by Arkansas Department of

Health

BLS

required

Work Schedule : PRN

Work Type :

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Per Diem As Needed