What are the responsibilities and job description for the American Family Care Urgent Care Radiology Technologist position at American Family Care Joplin?
American Family Care Joplin (AFC Joplin) - Urgent Care
Job Summary
Job Summary
Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of injuries and disease. In addition to x-ray tech duties, this position will also be required to serve as medical receptionist or medical assistant. This is a FT to PT position and is a nonexempt position. This position reports directly to the Clinic Director. AFC Joplin is an EOE.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities – X-Ray Tech
· Greet patient, ensure that the patient has removed all jewelry and metal objects, is wearing the appropriate medical gown and is not pregnant.
· Prepare and position the patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
· Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of the body as requested by the physician.
· Explain procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
· Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
· Maintain a neat and clean working environment and ensure all supplies have been ordered and stocked.
· Process images and review for proper identification and quality control.
· Utilize both digital and non digital diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with approved radiology techniques and all policies and procedures.
· Prepare images for reading by physician as well as contact any additional physicians if a second opinion is needed.
· Aid provider with prescribed patient treatments in accordance with approved standards, policies, procedures and protocol as necessary.
· Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
· Complete forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
· Observe safety and security procedures; promote a safe and pleasant work environment.
· Maintain complete and accurate documentation.
· Report potentially unsafe conditions to management.
· Regular attendance to ensure efficient clinic operations.
· Completion of duties as a medical assistant or receptionist when responsibilities as X-Ray Tech are not required at that time.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
· Manage difficult or emotional customer situations, respond promptly to customer needs.
· Treat people with respect, inspire trust of others, work with integrity, and uphold organizational values.
· Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
· Serve as Medical Receptionist if/when needed
· Adapt to change in work environment, manage competing demands
Qualifications
Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or six months to one year related experience and/or training. ARRT-registered or board eligible preferred. Medical Assistant Certification or registry, Practical Nursing License, EMT or Paramedic certification or license preferred.
Physical Demands/Work Environment (optional)
· Standing regularly throughout the shift.
· Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
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