Outpatient Ortho Radiologic Technologist

Escorts patients to exam rooms and obtains patient history, answers patient questions, and explains procedures; communicates with physician. Prepares exam rooms and instruments for examination and testing. Cleans, stocks, and sterilizes equipment in addition to cleaning and preparing patient rooms for care delivery. Updates the EHR system by inputting the patient’s chief complaint, current mediations, allergies, past medical history, past procedural history, etc. Takes vital signs as per protocol or directed by physician. Applies, modifies, and removes casts, splints braces, etc. Fabricates, adjusts, and removes orthopedic devices, using appropriated tools and instruments. Applies mobilization and immobilization devices as directed. 

Prepares injections as directed and per department protocol. Processes charges for orthopedic durable medical equipment and inventories PAR levels. Maintains and stocks orthopedic equipment; makes recommendations as needed. Assists physicians with minor diagnostic procedures and treatments as directed. Supports the physician in patient examination, testing and education as directed. 

Labels and maintains proper storage of specimens for tests. Delivers tests and obtains results. Performs quality control functions of assigned area, as directed. Accompanies patients to other areas as directed and assists in meeting patients’ needs for comfort and hygiene. Assists in scheduling of tests and appointments as directed. Assists in wound care as directed by physician in clinic. Operates the digital radiography equipment safely and according to manufacturer’s recommendations and prepares and maintains room. 

Communicates effectively with all types of patients to gain their understanding and cooperation with radiographic testing. Positions patients correctly and avoids unnecessary radiation exposure, such as active verification of name and date of birth before exam start. Takes x-rays, as ordered, to help diagnose a variety of medical problems following the established procedures for patient care and safety. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas. Reports any unsafe or potentially unsafe conditions. Maintains Xray and other equipment in efficient operating order. Cleans and disinfects x-ray equipment using appropriate materials. 

Requests and orders supply. Transport patients to the radiographic room. Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.

1-2 years' work experience in a health care setting, preferably a high-volume outpatient setting.

ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technology).

Radiology Technologist license in the State of Maryland, Virginia and/or DC (District of Columbia). depending on assigned work locations.

BLS (Basic Life Support).

Orthopedic X-ray experience preferred.

Associate degree preferred.