Urgent Care Practical Radiology Tech

Core Functions

• Prepares patients for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint; documents pain scores as appropriate.
• Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the clinician.
• Performs the setup, acquisition and processing of prescribed radiographic procedures within the scope of their license and in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
• Educates patients/families regarding the procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
• Affords assistance to providers with exams and minor in-office procedures which could include taking patients’ blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation and EKG’s.
• Acts as chaperone as needed.
• Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed.
• Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through clinical process.
• Captures and manages patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions and scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital and other ancillary medical treatments and tests.
• Communicates test results to patient.
• Acts as a resource to clinician in order to provide optimal patient care.
• Might administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed.
• Prepares and maintains accurate documentation in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
• This includes, but is not limited to, complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit.
• Provides complete and accurate information necessary for billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion.
• Maintains a clean, functional environment, including exam rooms and storage areas.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions, following sterilization procedures, and following manufacturer's recommendations and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances.
• Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs.
• Evaluates equipment quality control measurements in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoots equipment problems and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.
• Orders supplies and stocks patient care areas.
• Maintains inventory including medication/injectables and immunizations (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls).

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• National certification as a Practical Radiologic Technologist or Limited Scope licensure by state regulatory agency.
• All direct patient care personnel are required to demonstrate competent performance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (BLS) techniques for adults, children and infants according to the standards of a nationally recognized, standardized, credentialed healthcare provider course every other year.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge as normally obtained through graduation from an Accredited Medical Assisting Program.
• Experience with office medical procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR and scheduling software preferred.