Overview
PSV has an exciting employment opportunity for an experienced Radiology Technologist to join their dedicated team of healthcare professionals! This specific role will be supporting our Orthopedics Clinic in our Fairfax, VA location. This position is working full-time Monday - Friday. Clinical hours range between 8:00am - 7:00pm.
Pediatric Specialists of Virginia (PSV) Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine pediatric surgeons work closely with a comprehensive medical team specialized in the treatment of infants, children, and teens with muscle, skeletal, and bone conditions and injuries.
A radiology technologist serves an important purpose in a radiology department. The main role is to assist radiologist with the process of imaging, and not that of diagnosis as this is the key role of a physician. The radiology technologist job description involves taking pictures of the body while utilizing basic X-ray. They are responsible for ensuring the patient's safety during the course of the procedure. Technologists may be required to explain the procedure in layman terms to ensure a patient's comfort. Most importantly, the ability to produce a high-quality image consistently is crucial as this will help physicians to correctly provide diagnosis.
Job Description
Demonstrates working knowledge of all diagnostic imaging equipment and related components
Produces high quality radiographs by using proper positioning and immobilization techniques
Sets appropriate exposure factors to produce high quality films
Uses good judgment regarding film quality; determines when repeats are required
Performs all exams in a timely and efficient manner
Assures permanent film identification by using lead markers
Identifies each radiograph/image with proper and permanent patient data
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols; following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart
Checks and verifies orders for accuracy prior to examine
Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records
Submission of charges and documentation immediately following exam
Follows correct procedures regarding warm-up, use and shut-down of equipment
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Greets patients respectfully, introduces self to patient and treats all patients/families in a kind, courteous and professional manner
Explains exam to patients/parents
Communicates with patient throughout the exam and releases patient/parent with appropriate follow-up information
Assures room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam
Makes every attempt to meet scheduled appointment times and accommodates stat or add-on requests
Presents a neat and professional image via appropriate dress
Adheres to all OSHA regulations
Inquires about menstrual status and possibility of pregnancy for female adolescents and teens
Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors
Ensures operation of radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques
Immediately reports equipment malfunctions to manager in a timely manner
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications Required
Graduate of an AMA approved program in Radiologic Technology
One (1) year clinical radiography experience in a hospital environment
A.R.R.T. certified or eligible
Current CPR certification
All employees must pass an employment TB, drug and physical exam
Desired Qualifications
Ability to make independent decisions using critical thinking, problem-solving and perform responsibilities under stressful situations
Meet technical standards
Possess professional oral and written communication skills
Experience working with an EMR system
Physical Demands of Position
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk and talk or hear; and type on a keyboard. He/she may be required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and climb or balance. The employee may be required to lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near vision, and distance vision and ability to adjust focus.