Contingent Radiology Technologist

Part-time, rotating shift position with a $1,000 sign-on bonus. Hours of operation: Monday–Friday, 8am–8pm; Saturday–Sunday, 8am–4pm. Shift differentials: $2.00 per hour during regular business hours, $4.00 per hour after 5pm and on weekends.

About the role

This position operates diagnostic imaging equipment to obtain quality digital images of designated body portions for interpretation by physicians.

Responsibilities

• Confirm patient identity, check in patients, and schedule appointments.
• Create Radiology Module and greet/courteously escort patients to examination rooms.
• Interpret patient histories and physician instructions.
• Prepare patients for procedures using aseptic and sterile technique.
• Position patients for radiologic examination, select exposure factors, take exposures, process images, and practice radiation protection.
• Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures using ionizing radiation to produce digitized images.
• Operate diagnostic bone density equipment to obtain images per ISCD criteria when applicable.
• Record pertinent information on requisitions and enter orders into the electronic medical record per guidelines.
• Respond to patient emergencies as needed.
• Clean work area, examination rooms, and equipment; perform limited equipment maintenance.
• Perform image-management duties within PACS and NextGen systems.
• Document patient information accurately and timely to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist with patient encounter forms, ensuring thorough and accurate completion.
• Send letters and reminders to patients.
• Serve as liaison between patient and physician, ensuring timely follow-up on patient questions.
• Maintain compliance with government, reimburser requirements, and clinic standards of care.
• Provide support to clerical and clinical staff, including answering phones, tasking messages, completing medical records requests, and working the fax server/mail.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of Radiology Technology and/or Clinical Densitometry certification/licensure.

Organizational Expectations

• Create a positive, professional, service-oriented work environment supporting IHA’s mission and core values.
• Work effectively as a member of the patient care team.
• Complete IHA’s “The Customer” training and provide a high level of service to internal and external customers.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with IHA standards, policies, and procedures, including the Employee Handbook.
• Ensure complete knowledge of office services and use of relevant equipment, computer, and manual systems.
• Maintain strict patient and employee confidentiality in compliance with IHA and HIPAA guidelines.
• Demonstrate willingness to take on new and additional responsibilities, embracing new ideas and respecting cultural differences.
• Use resources efficiently and, if applicable, maintain licensure/certification and continuing education credentials.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• For bone density imaging: graduation from an accredited school of clinical densitometry technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Valid registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology.
• For bone density imaging: valid certification by the International Society of Clinical Densitometry or ability to become certified within 90 days of hire.
• 1–2 years of experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of patient care, radiology procedures, and organizational policies.
• Ability to practice radiation protection.
• Proficient in medical terminology and mathematical calculations for essential job duties.
• Proficient in operating desktop and Windows-based computer systems, including electronic medical records, email, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills in written and verbal forms, including proper phone etiquette.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment with a courteous and friendly demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations, including staff, providers, patients, and family members.
• Ability to cross-train in other areas of practice to achieve smooth operations.
• Good organizational and time management skills to juggle multiple priorities.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential patient and organizational information.
• Knowledge of compliance aspects of clinical care, patient privacy, and best practices in medical office operations.
• Ability to travel to other office/practice sites and meeting/training locations.

Physical Demands

• Frequent keyboarding, phone work, and charting.
• Extensive time working on a computer.
• Handling and lifting patients, including walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, kneeling, and twisting.
• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling over 50 lbs; occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Close vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment.
• Ability to hear and speak well enough to conduct business over the telephone or face-to-face for long periods in English.

Work Environment

• Operates in a medical facility with regular walking to various locations.
• Exposure to patient care equipment, hazardous materials (including bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids), sharps, x-rays, and unpleasant sights, smells, and contagious diseases.
• Significant interaction with people (many of whom are scared, hurt, and/or ill), which can be stressful and result in competing priorities.