Radiologic Technologist & Clinical Support Specialist (PRN), Deacon Health
Winston Salem, NC - USA
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Job Description Summary
The Radiologic Technologist & Clinical Support Specialist works under limited supervision and is responsible for radiographic procedures at Deacon Health. This position follows the providers instruction and prepares images for Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) reading is responsible for technical and clerical work with x-ray and performs all general x-ray duties. This is a temporary position.Job Description
This position is not eligible for sponsorship of non-immigrant or immigrant visa status through Wake Forest University. All eligible applicants are encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions:
Clinical & Diagnostic
- Conducts diagnostic radiographic studies using computed radiography equipment applying ALARA principles when positioning patients.
- Prepares and positions patients ensuring their safety during the exam; properly shields patients during radiographic procedures.
- Interacts with patients before during and after the x-ray; educates instructs and comforts patients; communicates the services offered and general instructions to clients external parties and DH staff.
Documentation
- Develops policies and procedures for imaging and transmission of documentation of imaging.
- Complete registration accurately in the Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist electronic system for the radiologist to read the study.
- Serves as primary liaison with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist relative to Registration Department of Radiology and the PACS systems.
Compliance
- Ensures that all regulatory and accreditation standards for the Radiology department are researched understood and in compliance.
- Performs all duties and documentation in accordance with legal regulatory fiscal and accreditation standards (AAAHC)
- Monitors and evaluates performance improvement and quality indicators.
- Other Functions:
- Prepares and maintains equipment.
- Manages inventory and equipment for the radiology department.
- Prepares monthly and annual utilization reports and ad hoc reports as necessary.
- Coordinates maintenance and repairs of all diagnostic equipment and associated technology.
Required Education Knowledge Skills Abilities:
- ARRT certified.
- Current BLS (CPR) certification Demonstrated skill in performing all radiologic examinations. Ability to make independent decisions based on radiology theory and practice.
- Knowledge to properly select/process appropriate radiologic equipment and supplies for examinations.
- Skill to operate and maintain radiologic equipment. Knowledge of radiation safety guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to complete AWFBH WakeOne and EPIC training and be proficient at scheduling patients documentation and function of the system.
- Operating knowledge of computer scheduling information data entry and retrieval.
- Skill to communicate in an effective informative and non-judgmental manner in person by telephone or in writing.
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills utilizing tact and diplomacy in order to interact well with all levels of professional staff patients and vendors; Skill to write/record patient data coherently and legibly.
- Ability to follow directions and work as a team member.
- Knowledgeable in all terminology related to radiography anatomy and pathology.
- Primary duties require exertion of up to 20 pounds of force. Frequent lifting carrying pushing pulling and moving objects including the human body and mechanical apparatus is required. Frequent standing kneeling walking twisting and turning is required. Also experience and ability to work in the clinic in pharmacy lab or providing direct patient care as requested.
Preferred Education Knowledge Skills Abilities:
- Demonstrated experience in Urgent Care or Primary Out-Patient care clinics.
- Working knowledge of young health concerns.
- Experience working with AWFBH WakeOne and EPIC computer systems.
- Experience working as a certified Medical Assistant or similar clinical position.
- Experience working in any other ancillary clinic functional area
Accountabilities:
- Serves as a designated essential employee; required to report to campus or remain on duty to support students well-being and campus continuity during inclement weather university closures or other emergency situations.
Physical Requirements:
- Occasionally moving oneself into different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight confined spaces. Remaining in a stationary position often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. Adjusting or moving objects up to 30 pounds in all directions. Repeating motions that may include the wrist hands and/or fingers.
- Constantly moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one workstation to another. Communicating with others to exchange information.
Environmental Conditions:
- Occasionally exposed to low and/or high temperatures. Noisy environments and hazardous conditions.
Additional Job Description
Time Type Requirement
Full timeThis position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply without regard to race color religion national origin sex age sexual orientation gender identity and expression genetic information disability and military or veteran status.
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Required Experience:
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About Company
Founded in 1834, Wake Forest University is a private university located in Winston-Salem, N.C. We are a vibrant and diverse academic community where our students study in one or more of the 45 majors and programs we offer within our seven colleges and schools.