Barbour Community Health Association·Belington, West Virginia
Perform diagnostic x-rays while ensuring patient safety and comfort through proper positioning and radiation protection. Maintain radiologic equipment and handle associated clerical duties within an outpatient medical office.
Perform x-rays for diagnostic purposes. Follow established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety. Major
Essential Functions: Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Escort patients to dressing and x-ray rooms, provide verbal and/or written instructions and assist patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety, and comfort during exams. Provide education to the patient and family, as appropriate, regarding radiologic exams and procedures. Obtain pertinent information in an objective and professional manner. Operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Position radiologic equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance according to specification of examination. Take x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety. Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and team members. Ensure radiologic equipment remains in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to supervisor or service personnel. Perform various clerical duties as assigned. Maintain adequate radiologic supplies. Perform various other duties as assigned.
Knowledge of radiologic standards, requirements, and regulations. Knowledge of radiologic safety, cleanliness and infection control policies and regulations. Knowledge of radiologic equipment uses and maintenance. Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly. Communication- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Computer Skills- Proficient ability to use a computer and electronic medical record. Confidentiality- Maintain patient, team member and employer confidentiality. Comply with all HIPAA regulations. Customer Service Oriented- Friendly, cheerful, and helpful to patients and others. Ability to meet patient’s and other’s needs while following office policies and procedures. Flexibility- Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities. Positivity- Display a positive, professional attitude. Teamwork- Work as part of a team and collaborate with co-workers. Working Under Pressure- Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations. Independence- Ability to successfully work independently.
Education and
Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Radiologic Technology Certificate Program, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s Degree required. Radiologic Technologist experience preferred.
Certification and
Licensure: Current West Virginia state licensure required. Current ARRT certification required. CPR- BLS certification.
Outpatient medical office environment. Exposure to radiation, which is minimized by the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as protective lead aprons and other shielding devices and monitored by radiation badges. Possible exposure to bodily fluids, infectious specimens, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a medical office environment. Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients and other members of the public.
Frequent standing, walking, grasping, carrying, reaching, bending and stooping. Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds, with assistance if needed. May need to lift or turn patients who are disabled, with assistance if needed. Frequent use of computer, phone, keyboard, copy and fax machine.
Based on levels of experience and educational training WORK HOURS: Hours of operation for primary care health services and quick care services (typically, 20-40 hours/week)
Requires a high school diploma and a degree or certificate in Radiologic Technology, along with current ARRT certification and West Virginia state licensure. BLS certification is also required, and previous experience as a Radiologic Technologist is preferred.
Market context
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