Radiology Practical Tech

Description

Tanner Clinic has an immediate opening for a PRN Radiology Practical Tech.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. 
2. Use equipment and accessories; employs techniques and procedures; demonstrates expertise in minimizing radiation exposure to the patient, self and staff.
3. Select proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis, utilizing established protocols.
4. Check radiographs for clarity of image, proper patient identification; correct markers used; annotation of images. Repeat radiograph when needed.
5. Review x-ray order for specifics including correct body part and pertinent history. Contact physician office for clarification regarding order.
6. Asses situations; exercise care, discretion and judgment; assumes responsibility for professional decisions; and acts in the best interest of the patient.
7. Maintain required records including daily log books and monthly reports. Perform daily equipment warm-up procedure and quality control checks to assure x-ray unit is in good working order. Complies with safety standards outlined by state laws.
8. Act as an agent through observation and communication to obtain pertinent information for the physician to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient. Recognizes that interpretation and diagnosis are outside the scope of practice for the profession.
9. Clean, maintain and report equipment repair issues to ensure that the equipment is repaired quickly. 
10. Maintain radiographic department supplies.
11. Prepare patient for fluoroscopy procedures; Assist with arthograms; obtain consent; explains to the patient what is involved in the procedure including risks.
12. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education: Graduate of Radiology Practical Technician course; pass Utah state exam for RPT.

Experience: None

Other Requirements

• Utah State Radiology Practical Technician License (completion of all of the following tested sections: chest, extremity, abdomen, spine and skull.
• Possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess the ability to work independently during urgent care hours.
• Must be capable of handling multiple tasks effectively and able to maintain a professional demeanor during stressful situations. 
• Possess effective written, verbal, and communication skills. 
• Basic computer knowledge.

Performance Requirements:

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of medical terminology and organization services.
2. Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services
3. Knowledge of proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis.
4. Knowledge of HIPAA.
5. Knowledge of systems such as EMR, Novarad and EPM.

Skills:

1. Skill in positioning patients properly. 
2. Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
3. Skill in following infection control and radiological safety procedures.    

Abilities:

1. Ability to lift and position patients for the type of radiographic procedures required.
2. Ability to apply written instructions and standardized work practices.

Equipment Operated: Radiological equipment used for medical diagnosis and treatment.

Work Environment: Radiological unit. Exposure to disease and radiation in the course of performing the work.

Mental/Physical Requirements: Standing six to eight hours per day, walking, stooping, and bending. Requires ability to move equipment and transfer patients. Occasional stress when working with anxious patients.