Radiologic Technologist

Mercyiswidely recognized asone of theleading academic medical institutions in the world.GoHealthUrgent Careis the largest operator of urgentcaresin the country.Together weoperateurgent care centers acrossMissouri and Arkansas and we are in growth mode!

AtMercy-GoHealthUrgent Carewe place the needs of our patientsfirst - by providing an effortless patient experience a welcoming cultureof care and seamless integration with market-leading health systems and ourcommunities. We would love for you to become a member of our team!

Whyyou willlove this team!

We are highly selective and proud to cultivate a leadership cadre and culture that exemplifies our core values. We build strong high-performing teamsoperatewith a bias toward action andmaintaina relentless commitment to developing our people into master clinicians and exemplary leaders.

We also have QA/QC RTswho will be supporting your development and growth!

WhyYoullLove This Role

• Competitive Pay:

• Performance bonusup to $600/month

• Ongoingreferral bonusopportunities

• Training & Development:

• Handsonimmersive training& coachingprogramwith classroom and shadowing days alongside peers

• Career mobilityin the X-Ray field! Different career paths with us include Flex Float Training Coach OSM and QA/QC roles.

• Onsite Managers who arepassionate about supporting team membersand their growth

• Benefits:

• Medical Dental Vision & more

• 401(k)with company match

• GenerousPTO:starting at208 hoursannually

• Work Life Balance:

• Flexible scheduling options Choose 3x12-hour shifts OR 4x10-hour shifts per week

WhatYoullDoForOur Patients

• Collaborate with Medical Providers and Medical Assistants through a variety of tasks related to patient care management organization and communication.

• Exercise professional judgment to provide health care services which includeapplying x-ray energytoassistin diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups

Job Description

Summary

The Radiologic Technologist (RT) works with Medical Providers and/orMedical Assistants with the examination and treatment ofMercy -GoHealthUrgentCare patients. This roleis responsible forproviding a variety oftechnical procedures andapplyingprescribed ionizing radiation for radiologicdiagnosis for ourMercy-GoHealthUrgent Care patients. This roleis responsibleforperforming and analyzing patient x-rays and reporting results toMedical Providers.Additionalresponsibilities include providingadministrative support to ensure efficient operation ofMercy-GoHealthUrgentCare a collaborative manner the Radiologic Technologist willprovide support to Medical Providers MedicalAssistantsand patientsthrough a variety of tasks related to patient care management organizationand communication.

Job Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma

• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program

Work Experience

• Experience in a clinical setting preferred

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)at the time of hire obtainedthrough the American Red Cross (ARC) or American Heart Association (AHA).

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)registrationat time of hire.

• State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist isat thetime of hire (if applicable by state law).

Essential Functions

• Responsible for x-ray services as needed

• Under the direction of the clinical provider perform x-ray servicesfor patients by applying x-ray energy toassistin diagnosis or treatmentof patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.

• Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipmentand protected during use.

• Mayneed to push patient in a wheelchair
  

Patient Preparation and Rooming

• Inform technical staff of patient flow.

• Prepare patients for examination which includes conductinginterviews to verify patient information record medical history; confirmpurpose of visit;

• Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure weighttemperature etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases toprovideras needed.

• Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e. flu strep urinalysisECG HCG); and provide patient information toprovider.

Administrative

• Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts topatient files.

• Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care

• Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controlsand calibration of equipment;maintainQuality Assurance/Quality Controllogs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns perform preventive maintenanceandsubmitrepair tickets as needed

Other responsibilities include:

• Medical Team Support: Collaborate with the ordering/treating Provider todeterminewhich procedures or views will bestassistinaccuratediagnoses and treatment.Support clinic operations to keep the center running smoothly.

• Patient Care:Explaining procedures to patients ensuring their comfort and safety and answering their questions.

• Patient Positioning:Accurately positioning patients and equipment foroptimalimaging results.

• Image Production:Selecting proper ionizing factors by adjusting/setting radiographic controls to capture clear high-quality diagnostic images

• Equipment Maintenance:Performing routine maintenance cleaning of X-ray equipment and managing necessary supplies.

• Radiation Safety:Adhering to strict radiation safety protocols and implementing ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to minimize exposure to patients and staff.

• Documentation:Maintainingaccuratepatient records andloggingcompleted procedures in electronic systems and/or logbooks as.

• Image Management:Verifying image quality and ensuring images are sent to radiologists for interpretation.

Knowledge:

1. Knowledge of X-ray procedures and protocols.

2. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology necessary to perform X-ray testing including body mechanics

and patient movement.

3. Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology.

Skills:

1. Positioning patients properly for the X-ray procedure.

2.Identifyingequipment problems and correcting or notifyingsupervisor.

3. Following infection control and radiological safety procedures.

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