Toledo Clinic's Rheumatology Office, Arthritis Associates, is seeking a full-time Rad Tech to provide support in their office setting. The office is located on Woodley Rd in Toledo OH. This position will work Mon/Tues/Thurs (7:45am - 5:00pm), Wed (7:45am - 4:00pm) and Fri (7:45am - noon).
General Summary:
Performs radiology procedures as ordered by physician
Works under the supervision of the attending physician(s) and/or the practice manager
Principal Duties & Responsibilities:
Example of Essential Duties:
- Perform Routine Radiographic Procedures required by physicians.
- Perform Dexa Scans, analyze & run FRAX.
Other Essential Duties May Include (but are not limited to):
- Scheduling x-ray appointments in the EHR and radiology programs.
- Preparing patients for exams, explaining procedures, reviewing medical history, and adhering to safety protocols.
- Positioning patients accurately for requested X-ray views and adjusting equipment to obtain optimal images.
- Exercise Radiation Safety; Applying shielding and techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and themselves.
- Using digital radiography equipment, as well as maintaining, cleaning, and troubleshooting machinery. Monitor equipment/report issues and schedule preventative maintenance/request service when instructed.
- Documenting, processing, and storing images in PACS and maintaining patient records.
- Maintain x-ray area to be kept clean and free of clutter. Prepare and sanitize appropriately between patients
- Maintain x-ray storage.
- Retrieve & sign out x-rays as necessary per patient/physician/outside request.
- Other miscellaneous duties as assigned such as scanning, faxing, answering phones, verifying insurance
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Required:
- Registered through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists along with 1 year experience
- State licensure required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Consistently arrives at work, in professional attire, on time and completes all tasks within established time frame.
- Strong communication, attention to detail, patient positioning skills, and proficiency with Electronic Health Records.
- Seeks appropriate tasks when primary tasks are completed and assists co-workers as needed.
- Demonstrates adaptability to expanded roles.
- Adheres to all Toledo Clinic policies and procedures.
Education: Successful completion of accredited radiologic technologist program.