Radiology Technologist (Rad Tech) - Clemson - Urgent Care

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification and registration
• •State Licensure (required if job is performed in Virginia)
• •BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association certification
• •Medical Terminology
• •Ability to use standard office equipment
• •Ability to lift 50 lbs
• •Ability to lift 100 lbs
• •Ability to push or pull 50 lbs
• •Ability to push or pull 100 lbs
• •Ability to stoop
• •Ability to kneel
• •Ability to crawl
• •Ability to climb
• •Ability to balance
• •Ability to bend
• •Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
• •Depth perception
• •Ability to perform shift work
• •Use of Latex Gloves
• •Ability to hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder
• •Ability to maneuver weight of patients
• •Ability to be exposed to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
• •Ability to hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder
• •Ability to reach above shoulder
• •Ability to be exposed to dust/fumes
• •Ability to perform repetitive arm/hand movements
• •Finger Dexterity
• •Ability to be exposed to x ray/electromagnetic energy
• •Ability to perform color vision acuity – far
• •Ability to perform color vision acuity – near
• •Ability to be exposed to moving mechanical parts
• •Ability to be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
• •Ability to exercise universal precautions
• •Ability to use personal protective equipment and devices
• •Ability to learn policies concerning infection control
• •Ability to travel to off-site locations
• •Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
• •Ability to work in periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads
• •Ability to work in a general office environment
• •Ability to be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• •Ability to be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
• •Ability to be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc
• •Ability to have periods of constant interruptions
• •Ability to order supplies, lab and diagnostic tests
• •Ability to dispose of contaminated supplies
• •Ability to perform patient registration
• •Ability to perform scheduling
• •Ability to perform phone triage
• •Ability to handle cash
• •Ability to perform check-in/check-out
• •Ability to perform scribing duties
• •Ability to safely perform provider ordered radiographic examinations
• •Ability to properly position patients
• •Ability to immobilize patients
• •Ability to utilize appropriate radiation protection
• •Ability to set up and adjust supportive and immobilization equipment and devices
• •Ability to position and handle patients with a high degree of safety and professionalism
• •Ability to accurately document patient encounters within Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• •Ability to determine and select proper electronic and technical factors which safeguard the patient, x-ray tube, and equipment
• •Ability to maintain clinical and administrative skills to meet patient care and daily operational needs
• •Ability to collect patient specimens and run point of care lab tests
• •Ability to travel to other facilities for BSMH providers
• •Ability to adjust work hours to meet patient care needs as directed by the manager
• •Ability to direct and practice sterile technique to prevent cross-contamination of disease
• •Ability to report immediately any malfunction, necessary adjustments or repairs of equipment to supervisor
• •Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
• •Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span
• •Ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status
• •Ability to interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to age, specific needs, and to provide care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures
• •Ability to monitor patient conditions during examination
• •Ability to record patient medical histories
• •Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team
• •Ability to pay attention to detail
• •Ability to use critical thinking
• •Ability to communicate with patients
• •Ability to resolve conflict
• •Ability to practice active listening
• •Ability to build relationships
• •Ability to provide patient centered care

Desired Qualifications

• •Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute
• •1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care
• •Experience with Radiology Information System
• •EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training
• •Picture archiving communication system (PACS) experience
• •1 year of Medical Assisting experience
• •Strong oral and written communication skills
• •Ability to collaboratively work with patients, families and teams within a high-volume environment
• •Strong attention to details
• •Ability to multitask without prior instruction or direction