Rad Tech *PRN*

Job Summary

The Rad Tech operates x-ray equipment in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population.

About the Role

Operates x-ray equipment in support of diagnostic and therapeutic services.

Responsibilities

• Arrange patients for radiological exams
• Performs diagnostic radiological exams for use in diagnosis of disease
• Prevents patients from unnecessary radiation exposure
• Performs portable X-ray exams
• Develops exposed X-ray files
• Performs administrative duties as needed for patient instructions, film-filing, and maintenance of records

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Graduate of approved Radiologic Technical program
• BXMO license for X-ray technicians
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) licensed/registered with the appropriate state agency
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification

Qualifications

• Knowledge of principles of medical ethics for medical assistant
• Prepares patients for radiological procedures and takes X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety
• Assists patients any time need is apparent or as directed by supervisory staff
• Assists the providers with patients, including preparing patients and the examination rooms; taking initial medical history for the chart, taking vital signs, and explaining the process to the patients
• Assists provider in all special procedures, including minor surgery, as required
• Performs x-rays as directed by the provider
• Gives instructions to patients as instructed by provider
• Assists with any procedures that have been taught through formal training or by physician
• Keeps medical records in accordance to procedures and forms
• Follows HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality
• Keeps rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, washes and dries instruments used, and prepares sterilization as required
• Cleans wounds, draws labs, electrocardiograms and applies dressings and splints as directed by provider
• Assists in lab procedures under the supervision of provider and for which training has been given.
• Notifies patients of lab results, gives vaccines, immunizations and medications prescribed by the doctor; lab work consisting of throat cultures, hematocrits, and urinalysis.
• Receives and handles phone calls
• Responsible for proper handling and storage of all medications stored in the office

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the physical and operational characteristics of radiologic equipment
• Knowledge of x-ray principles, procedures and standards
• Knowledge of sterile procedures
• Knowledge of appropriate x-ray exposure times and safety parameters
• Knowledge of photographic development techniques
• Knowledge of growth and development of the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the Center’s policies and procedures
• Reads and communicates effectively in English, additional languages preferred
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments

Benefits

Our ASCs are located in Florida, Texas and California. All ASCs are open Monday through Friday with certain facilities open Saturdays. Work hours may be subject to change, depending on surgery schedule.

HOURS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Occasional contact with communicable diseases, electrical equipment, blood borne pathogens, etc.
• Personal protective equipment: Provided if necessary (gowns, gloves, masks, head cover)