Radiology Technologist (Anderson, SC)

Company: Media.Monks
Location: Anderson
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Summary

Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of injuries and disease. In addition to x-ray tech duties, this position may also serve as medical assistant (additional job description required).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Greet patient, ensure that the patient has removed all jewelry and metal objects, is wearing the appropriate medical gown and is not pregnant.
  • Prepare and position the patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
  • Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of the body as requested by the physician.
  • Explain procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
  • Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
  • Maintain a neat and clean working environment and ensure all supplies have been ordered and stocked.
  • Process images and review for proper identification and quality control.
  • Utilize both digital and non digital diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with approved radiology techniques and all AFC Urgent Care policies and procedures.
  • Prepare images for reading by physician as well as contact any additional physicians if a second opinion is needed.
  • Aid physician with prescribed patient treatments in accordance with approved standards, policies, procedures and protocol as necessary.
  • Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
  • Complete forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
  • Observe safety and security procedures; promote a safe and pleasant work environment.
  • Maintain complete and accurate documentation.
  • Report potentially unsafe conditions to management.
  • Regular attendance/timeliness to ensure efficient clinic operations.
  • Manage difficult or emotional customer situations, respond promptly to customer needs.
  • Treat people with respect, Inspire trust of others, work with integrity, uphold organizational values.
  • Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Adapt to change in work environment, manage competing demands
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
    
    Requirements
    
    QUALIFICATIONS
    
    Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or six months to one year related experience and/or training. ARRT-registered or board eligible preferred. SCRQSA licensed. Medical Assistant Certification or registry, Practical Nursing License, EMT or Paramedic certification or license preferred.
    
    PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
    
    • Standing regularly throughout the shift.
    • Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
      
      Benefits
      
      Salary range $19-$25 per hour.
      
      Full time employees are provided: (once eligibility is met)
      
      • PTO options up to 80-120 hours per year
      • Paid Holiday for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day.
      • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
      • Supplemental option for Life, Accident, & Cancer
      • Retirement plans

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