Medical Assistant/Radiology Technician - Conway, SC
Healthstat, Inc

Job Info

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About the Role

We are currently looking for an experienced Radiology Technician to join our team. The Radiology Technician is a key component of our care team and works closely with a primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care and provide an exceptional guest experience to our patients. We provide a fully comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
• Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols; following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart.
• Maintains production and quality of radiographs by following established standards and procedures; developing radiographs; observing radiographic results; making necessary adjustments.
• Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
• Maintains radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Ensures operation of radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

About You

• 2+ years' experience in a clinical care setting
• Associate Degree in Radiology required (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• Must possess valid ARRT certification
• Valid and current Radiologic Technologist license
• Must be able to lift or move 50 pounds without assistance

Desired Attributes

• Passionate about transforming the way healthcare is delivered
• Desire to improve the quality of care for people
• Enjoys working in a collaborative team environment where patient's come first
• Entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for creating and driving best practices
• Willingness to go the extra mile for patients

Required

Associates or better.

Rad Tech: $24.00-$27.00/hr

The actual offer may vary dependent upon geographic location and the candidate's years of experience and/or skill level.

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