Physicians Mobile X-ray Inc
Radiologic Technologist
Physicians Mobile X-ray Inc, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, us, 17124
Physicians Mobile X-Ray
Full-Time
3- 12 hour shifts
Position Summary
A Radiologic Technologist, Staff is a Radiologic Technology Professional that is qualified by professional credentialing and academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ionizing radiation and related diagnostic procedures. The scope of practice includes those procedures, acts and processes and permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience, has demonstrated competency, and has completed the appropriate ARRT certification(s) which is the standard of practice in radiology.
Job Functions
To perform radiographic examinations, electrocardiography (EKG), pacemaker checks and holter monitoring examinations as ordered by attending physician in accordance with established protocol in mobile environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs all requested radiographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician in accordance with established imaging protocols, which include fluoroscopyPerforms electrocardiography (EKG), pacemaker checks and holter monitoring examinations as ordered by the attending physician in accordance with established protocolsExaminations are performed in a mobile setting, which requires employee to be able to adjust technical factors (such as kVP and mAs) and positioning in order to obtain quality images based on patient's conditionPrepares requisition and patient history (includes study performed, number of views, physician, insurance info) and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures. Verify scriptCoordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is providedAddresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes decisions to appropriately resolve the problemsOrganizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as requiredAssumes responsibility for the safety and ell-being of all patients while the examination is being performedFollows the As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles for radiation safetyAdheres to radiation safety requirements by using lead protection and distance from primary source of radiationMaintains assigned equipment and vehicles in proper working orderReports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisorPerforms other related duties as assignedSkills:
Oral Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsOrganizationTime ManagementMath AptitudeTestingSafe Driving Skills
Education
Graduate of a formal Radiologic Technology Program that is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) is requiredActive certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in the specialty(ies) is requiredActive licensure with individual state Department of Health if required by lawCurrent compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriateExperience
No experience necessary if education and training requirements are met
Full-Time
3- 12 hour shifts
Position Summary
A Radiologic Technologist, Staff is a Radiologic Technology Professional that is qualified by professional credentialing and academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ionizing radiation and related diagnostic procedures. The scope of practice includes those procedures, acts and processes and permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience, has demonstrated competency, and has completed the appropriate ARRT certification(s) which is the standard of practice in radiology.
Job Functions
To perform radiographic examinations, electrocardiography (EKG), pacemaker checks and holter monitoring examinations as ordered by attending physician in accordance with established protocol in mobile environment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs all requested radiographic examinations as ordered by the attending physician in accordance with established imaging protocols, which include fluoroscopyPerforms electrocardiography (EKG), pacemaker checks and holter monitoring examinations as ordered by the attending physician in accordance with established protocolsExaminations are performed in a mobile setting, which requires employee to be able to adjust technical factors (such as kVP and mAs) and positioning in order to obtain quality images based on patient's conditionPrepares requisition and patient history (includes study performed, number of views, physician, insurance info) and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures. Verify scriptCoordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is providedAddresses problems of patient care as they arise and makes decisions to appropriately resolve the problemsOrganizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as requiredAssumes responsibility for the safety and ell-being of all patients while the examination is being performedFollows the As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles for radiation safetyAdheres to radiation safety requirements by using lead protection and distance from primary source of radiationMaintains assigned equipment and vehicles in proper working orderReports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisorPerforms other related duties as assignedSkills:
Oral Communication SkillsWritten Communication SkillsOrganizationTime ManagementMath AptitudeTestingSafe Driving Skills
Education
Graduate of a formal Radiologic Technology Program that is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) is requiredActive certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in the specialty(ies) is requiredActive licensure with individual state Department of Health if required by lawCurrent compliance with Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements for specialty(ies) as appropriateExperience
No experience necessary if education and training requirements are met