What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist Clinic Float position at Indiana Orthopaedic Hospital?
Facility : OrthoIndy Northwest, Indianapolis, IN
Department : Clinic Services
Shift Details : Monday-Friday, full benefits included!
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At OrthoIndy, we provide leading-edge bone, joint, spine and muscle care from 22 locations throughout Central Indiana, staying true to our mission and our patients by offering a full range of procedures and treatment options. We have over 100 physicians in our practice and we continue to be one of the most highly respected and trusted orthopedic practices in the Midwest. OrthoIndy has received national recognition for patient safety and orthopedic excellence and our philosophy is a physician-owned hospital model where patients experience superior service, safety and patient satisfaction because physicians are involved in every aspect of your care. OrthoIndy is also the official orthopedic provider for the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever.
General Statement of Duties:
The Radiologic Technologist operates radiologic equipment to produce high quality diagnostic images, as directed by Physicians, using proper techniques while following specialized orthopedic protocols to provide the best care possible to our OrthoIndy patients.
Essential Duties:
- Positions patients and adjusts equipment for taking x-rays following established protocols. Instructs patient regarding procedures. Observes patient for vital signs during examination.
- Adjusts radiation dose factors by selecting kVp and mAs for radiation exposure on individual patient basis, utilizes the AEC function when appropriate and following the radiation principle of “as low as reasonably achievable”.
- Ensures radiology safety principles are followed, including: time, distance, and shielding in order to provide radiation safety to self, other staff members, patients, and patient family members.
- Assist patients in changing for exam
- Examines radiologic images for quality including properties such as density and contrast, definition, magnification and distortion.
- Works with the PACS system to adjust images and merge studies when appropriate.
- Authorizes release of patients upon completion of radiologic examination.
- Maintains organization, cleanliness, function of radiology rooms, and keeps rooms stocked. Cleans and makes minor adjustments to radiologic equipment.
- Participates in training employees, residents, and student technologists in equipment operation, patient movement, and quality assurance.
- Must be able to easily acclimate to new environments as travel among all clinic locations is required.
- Radiologic Technologist will be responsible for providing Urgent Care Clinic coverage as needed. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to recording DOI and pertinent patient history, inputting X-ray orders in Athena, placing DME’s on patients, and other responsibilities as needed.
Requirements :
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist certification Required
- Machine Operators License Required
- BLS certification Required
- 1 - 2 years of experience Preferred
- Associate's degree preferred
OrthoIndy is an Equal Opportunity Employer