Description
Summary: Operates radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by physicians. Performs routine diagnostic procedures and may be required to function as a Medical Assistant as needed. Behavior and communication skills must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture. Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Performs a variety of diagnostic procedures, some of a more complex nature, utilizing state-of-the-art computerized imaging equipment in more than one (1) modality.
- Requires flexibility to work competently within assigned modalities as needed or assigned.
- Interacts appropriately with patients and all care providers by coordinating and prioritizing procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and continuity.
- Possesses the ability and willingness to rotate within departments and clinics for proper coverage as needed or assigned.
- Upon completion of procedures, program the computer to ensure completion of the exam and that all scan data is correctly stored in PACS.
- Ensures exam rooms are neat, clean, and adequately stocked before exams are performed and acts to ensure compliance with Infection Control standards.
- Coordinates and prioritizes procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and continuity.
- Ensures all charges are correctly coded and entered in the billing system.
- Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent customer service skills required.
- Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
- Follows the CHRISTUS Physician Group guidelines related to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), designed to prevent or detect unauthorized disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI).
- Maintains established CHRISTUS Physician Group policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control.
- Adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.
- Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards as outlined by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
- Demonstrates adherence to the Core values of CHRISTUS Health
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements: Education/Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
- 1 year of experience as a radiologic technologist preferred
- Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Radiography (R) by ARRT is required
- State Licensure required
- Texas: MRT by TMB
- Louisiana: LRT (R) or (F) by LSRTBE
- New Mexico: RRT by MIRTP NMED
- Arkansas: RTL by Arkansas Department of Health
- BLS required
Work Schedule: Varies Work Type: Full Time
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