Radiology Technology Ambulatory Services (0.5 Days - Munster)

Franciscan Health Munster Campus 701 Superior Ave Munster, Indiana 46321 The Radiology Technologist Ambulatory Services is responsible for performing specialized and difficult diagnostic imaging examinations of patients, ionizing radiation to render optimum images which are used to support diagnoses and provide insight into medical issues, concerns or conditions. This position conducts preliminary analysis on images and collaborates with doctors and other Healthcare professionals to interpret images. The Technologist maintains optimum timeliness, accuracy, proficiency, efficiency, and safety during the execution of duties, and works closely with patients to ensure they have an understanding of procedures and are comfortable during procedures. In addition to imaging responsibilities, this position is responsible for other clinic functions that involve improving the health status, wellness and quality of life for customers, employees and the community as a whole through disease prevention, health promotion, and injury care. This position provides quality assessments, clinical care, testing, phlebotomy, injections, injury treatment, and education. This position also assists with clerical duties as needed. WHO WE ARE Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care ministry with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana and Illinois. Franciscan is known for our mission of caring. Our values of Respect for Life; Fidelity to Our Mission; Compassionate Concern; Joyful Service; and Christian Stewardship extend to our employees and patients. With 12 hospital ministries, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the Midwest. Franciscan Health includes over 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. Franciscan providers enjoy a team approach to care. Of our 260 locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Operates radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes; positions x-ray equipment and adjusts controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance. Processes exposed radiographs or computer-generated methods; reviews and evaluates developed x-rays or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. Prepares patient for radiologic procedures, providing adequate patient instruction and explanation. Documents symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions. Prepares rooms, sterilizes instruments, equipment, or supplies and ensures that stock of supplies is maintained. Follows safe radiologic control practices, employing appropriate protective devices and garments. Assists with clinic operations and patient care functions including patients to treatment room, vital signs, patient weight, wound photography, finger stick blood testing, dressing application, calf measurements, assists RN with procedures as appropriate. Provides direct patient care including conducting assessments, assisting with procedures, rooming patients, defining plans of care, and providing appropriate related treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning. Performs Point of Care (POC) testing, interprets the results to guide care. Prepares and completes EKG testing and appropriately documents results for provider review. Assist procedure such as eye staining, suturing etc Complete DME application and Gait Training Applies splitting and casting methods to patients for various patient injuries. Completes and appropriately documents audiometric testing on patients. Completes and appropriately documents Pulmonary Function Tests on patients Completes Respiratory fit testing on Filtering Respirators (ie. N95), Full Face Respirators, and Half Face Respirators via qualitative and quantitative testing methods. Educate patients on the use of PAPRs and CAPRs in the event that the patients fails respirator fit testing. Design and Complete functional ability testing such as lift testing. Collects and properly documents DOT and non-DOT Drug Screens Chain-of-Custody. Performs breath alcohol testing in accordance with policy and Federal Regulations. Ensures the integrity of the drug screen collection bathroom. Obtains blood specimens from patients by performing venipuncture or finger sticks. Collects urine specimens. Follows standard precautions at all times. Disposes of all sharp in appropriate sharp containers. Prioritizes Stat versus scheduled blood draws. Identifies appropriate color top tube and the volume of blood needed for each test. Simultaneously completes all tasks on 3 EMR systems-- Agility, EPIC Urgent Care, Epic Ambulatory Proficient in utilizing third party occupational health platforms including Escreen and FormFox for scheduling and completing occupational health services. Enters DOT physicals into the National Registry. Enters charges and scans paperwork into electronic documentation system. Greets and checks-in patients; verifies information and enter it into the system. Registers patients for services in Electronic Medical Record and collects all information required to validate identity and bill for services. Identifies correct patient by using two identifiers and compares to requisition. Gathers requirements from internal and external sources and provide information via phone, electronic messaging and in person. Assists with clerical tasks as needed including telephone, appointments, etc. Enters all care provided in electronic medical record. Handles telephone communication effectively, makes patient appointments, confirms and updates patient information in the electronic medical record, maintains department records and logs as requested, maintains adequate levels of supplies. Verifies insurance information and updates EMR as appropriate. Coordinates with verification / authorization team, providers and clinical team to validate appropriate referrals and authorizations are obtained prior to treatment. Compiles and records medical charts, reports, and correspondence. Answers telephone with proper telephone etiquette. Directs patients / visitors / providers and / or forwards communications in an effective and accurate manner. Initiates and follows through on prior authorizations, referrals, and medication refills. Enters lab results and data into the electronic medical record system. Receives insurance co-pay payments and posts amounts paid to patient accounts as appropriate for setting. Simultaneously completes all tasks on 3 EMR systems-- Agility, EPIC Urgent Care, Epic Ambulatory Proficient in utilizing third party occupational health platforms including Escreen and FormFox for scheduling and completing occupational health services. Enters DOT physicals into the National Registry. Enters charges and scans paperwork into electronic documentation system. Calibrates equipment daily and maintains proper equipment logs. Monitors temperature logs daily for variances. Ensures all non-disposable instruments requiring sterilization are clean and sterile. Counts and logs medications daily. Monitors inventory needs for required department equipment and supplies; places orders as required to maintain appropriate inventory levels. Assesses and Triages walk in patients for sign of heart attack, stroke, active bleeding, etc. Qualifications Required Associate's Degree in Radiology Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association within 90 days Department of Transportation (DOT) - Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) - within 90 days Radiography (ARRT-R) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiology Technologist License (RADTECH) - State Licensing Board TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Up to 20% EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.