What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist position at Orthopedic One?
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POSITION SUMMARY
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Responsible for performing diagnostic imaging exams requested by providers while following all relevant guidelines for patient safety.
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RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Patient Care/Imaging:
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Takes radiographs following established procedures for patient care and safety including:
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Follows manufacturer guidelines for technical factors and employs ALARA techniques while taking radiographic images
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Optimal patient preparation and positioning
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Consistent and accurate labeling of images per department protocol
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Reviews images, makes quality adjustments, and makes images available to providers for review on computer system
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Uses a variety of radiation protection, shielding for patients and monitoring materials for staff including wearing badges and maintaining required documentation for compliance purposes
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Based on location assigned, may operate C-Arm for fluoroscopy procedures in office setting; maintaining sterile field, and practicing proper radiation safety techniques.
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- Equipment Maintenance and Safety:
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Ensures equipment is in working order and completes/maintains QA records as required.
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Performs troubleshooting on radiography equipment/software and contacts service providers when problems require a service call
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- Support Efficient Workflow:
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Escorts patients to and from exam and x-ray room.
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Accurately inputs orders, charges or other information required in EMR and processes related documentation to facilitate patient flow through clinic.
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Imaging rooms are cleaned and stocked with necessary supplies and communicates supply needs as needed
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- Initiative:
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Seeks out assignments, added duties, or opportunities to learn when assigned work is complete, as patient census or workload permits, or to otherwise fill down time productively.
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Proposes new ideas, makes suggestions, and seeks opportunities to improve processes or workflow through appropriate channels
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Attempts to problem solve when assigned work is disrupted, equipment is down, etc. before involving supervisor.
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- Patient Care/Imaging:
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TEAMWORK
- Teamwork:
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Willingly provides coverage, volunteers assistance, and maintains workflows within department as needed without direct instruction/supervision.
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Works cooperatively and refrains from participating in negative conversations.
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Shares knowledge and insights with co-workers in a constructive manner.
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Works to solve problems and address conflicts with appropriate person directly before involving leadership or uninvolved peers.
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Is considerate of others in the work environment with regard to taking breaks or meal periods, use of computer and phone, noise level in the department, etc.
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- Teamwork:
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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
- Policies and Procedures
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Knows and complies with policies and procedures as enumerated in the Orthopedic One Employee Handbook and policies and procedures documents.
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Provides assistance and support to leadership in implementing policies and procedures as necessary.
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Actively participates in training, and conducting day to day work activity by adhering to all policies and procedures as enumerated in compliance and risk management programs.
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- Policies and Procedures
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QUALIFICATIONS
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Education, Experience, Certification and Licensure Requirements:
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Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program and holds current Ohio license and ARRT certification. Must maintain current CPR/AED certification.
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