What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist position at Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics?
About us :
Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics has an exciting opportunity to join our family as a Radiologic Technologist Float .
At Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, we put patients first. For over 75 years, Hughston has remained committed to providing high quality patient care. We have several locations in Nashville and the surrounding cities in Middle Tennessee.
Our mission is to provide world-class service for all our patients. We strive to be the best provider in orthopedic care, and continue to support and encourage our patients to resume a more active lifestyle. We are looking for candidates who put the needs of patients above all else, are ethical and honest, treat everyone with dignity and courtesy, and do the right things in the right way.
Position Goal : Assist physicians and other staff members with care of patients in producing high quality radiographs.
Position Responsibilities :
- Carries out radiology requisitions and views. Uses radiographic technique, PACS, and assists other staff members as needed.
- Operates all portables and C-Arm equipment.
- Memorizes what views each physician requires on exams.
- Assists patients in getting into the positions required to get the radiographs needed with the occasional need to lift the patient.
- Takes x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety.
- Stocks necessary supplies.
- Uses a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials.
- Assists with and provides direct training and supervision to student technologists.
- Ensures equipment is in working order. Reports any malfunction to supervisor in a timely manner.
- Imports and uploads outside CDs for clinic.
- Utilize effective communication skills (written and verbal) interacting with co-workers, other clinic employees, supervisors, and outside vendors.
- Promote Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics role in the community by greeting and interacting with all patients, families, visitors, vendors, and guests in a courteous and respectful manner.
- Provides support or relief for other staff as needed.
- Demonstrates confidentiality in all aspects to include both patient and non-patient issues.
- Reflect HCO values and is sensitive to HCO’s ethical and compliance principals in his / her daily activities.
- Promote resolution of concerns and conflict by routing through correct mechanism or resolving the situation.
- Able to prioritize daily functions / tasks.
- Display a willingness to put forth effort in problem solving
- Other duties as assigned by Management.
Experience : Six months experience as a radiologic technologist required.
Education : Required :
Special Qualifications :
Required :
The Hughston Clinic, The Hughston Foundation, The Hughston Surgical Center, Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, Hughston Medical, and Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital participate in E-Verify. This company is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.
Employment Type : Full Time
Years Experience : Less than 1 year
Bonus / Commission : No
