XRAY TECHNOLOGIST PD

Company: Sports Medicine North
Location: Peabody
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

****This is a per diem position***PURPOSE: Performs and processes medical digital images, position patients for exams, transports patients, and provides other routine assistance to radiology staff in a medical center by performing the following duties.EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Certification RequiredEXPERIENCE: One year medical office experience. (X-Ray tech license required)ACCOUNTABILITIES: (include, but are not limited to)Acquires digital radiographic images as ordered by clinicians by use of x-ray machinesPrepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factorsMinimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factorReviews for proper identification and quality checkPrepares digital imaging for reading by physiciansTransports patients to radiologic diagnostic procedures to exam room.Uploads images to patient chart if necessaryBurns CD's requested by patient after release is obtainedFiles films, discs and records if necessaryKNOWLEDGE:Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies, procedures and other regulatory policiesKnowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environmentMedical office procedures, policies, practices and medical terminology, telephone protocol and professional etiquetteElectronic medical systems is a plus, including Athena/Centricity, Medi-Tech and the likeQUALIFICATIONS:Ability to react calmly and effectively under stressDevelops and maintains effective and professional working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public by displaying sympathy, tact and understandingMust be a team player with a positive attitude, adjust to various personalities , work with a diverse population, demonstrating patience and professionalismPromotes teamwork through collaborationAbility to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and proceduresRepresents the clinic in a professional mannerAbility to maintain strict confidentiality on all patient issuesby Jobble

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