Traveling Radiologic Technologist
Company: University Hospitals Urgent Care By Well
Location: Willoughby
Posted on: May 11, 2024
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Job Description:
We are growing! Come be a part of our growth!***Relocation
Assistance Available*****Pay Rate $27 - $34 / hour Pay will be
Commensurate with Experience****On days the Radiologic Technologist
travels, they will receive a $2.00 an hour increase and mileage
reimbursement**ROLE & RESPONSIBILTIES:Identifies and prepares
patients for X-Ray examsPerforms diagnostic and/or therapeutic
quality imaging procedures for patient care populationOperates
modality specific and technical equipment related to patient care
imaging, image processing, image transmission, image archiving, and
computerized electronic medical recordsReviews patient history and
shares any observations with ProvidersUses critical thinking
principles in making decisions while following companys
policiesKeeps inventory and maintains supplies, to include stocking
roomsKnowledgeable about radiology equipment and ensures its proper
operationsMinimize patients exposure to radiation during X- Ray
Imaging through the application of shielding techniques and careful
positioning of patientsRespond to and/or refer patient and pharmacy
phone consultations, documenting appropriately in EMRTravel -
Responsible for monitoring traffic and road conditions to ensure
prompt arrival time at the center requesting the x-ray. Responsible
for sending over all reads to the radiology group, sharing those
results with the provider, and documenting those results in the
radiology binder. Must document travel time, mileage, etc
appropriatelyManage and schedule patients appointments as
neededOffers and fills appropriate medications accurately in house
as prescribed by physicianCollaborates with team on data and
achieving length of stay goals for patient satisfaction and
departmental goalsAssists with administrative and registration
functions, when not performing radiological
examinationsConsistently audits records for appropriate billing;
identifies the correct procedure code is supported by diagnosis
codeAccurately edits claims for modifiers in compliance with CMS,
AMA, and CPT coding guidelinesCoordinates coding audits and
addendums with registration staff for accurate and complete
billingPrepare patient(s) for and assist with examination and/or
treatmentPerform triage and obtain vital signsObtain and accurately
document patient history in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) in
timely mannerCollect and maintain all patient and business
documents while always maintaining confidentialityCollect routine
laboratory specimens, urinalysis and/or oral swabs (to include
point of care testing)Train and assist with our Occupational
Medicine service line utilizing our current EMR system, drug
screening, breath alcohol testing, audiograms, respiratory fit,
pulmonary function testing and/or abiding by the systems and/or
protocols set forth by companyUnderstand and enforce standard
health care regulatory requirementsResponsible for quality
assurance program for compliance with CLIA waived laboratory and
patient result trackersAlways ensure HIPAA and OSHA
compliancePerform office procedures including all general
administrative duties; ability to operate all office medical
equipmentOther duties as assigned Required QualificationsSuccessful
completion of an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
(ARRT) approved educational programMust have American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists credentials in Radiography (R).Current
Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationGood communication
skillsExcellent interpersonal and patient management skillsAbility
to use EMR, PACS and basic knowledge of computer programsMust
possess valid drivers license, auto insurance, and adequate,
reliable transportationPunctuality, communication, and reasonable
response time is requiredRequired to travel within 10-15 miles of a
clinic and will be required to respond during business hoursWhen
not traveling between locations, the RT will remain at their
assigned home clinic (or the clinic last performing an x-ray until
the need for another x-ray arises) and perform the duties as
in-house RT/CSRUpon being notified by a nearby center that a
patient is present needing an x-ray, the RT will be notified and
arrive to that site within a reasonable amount of time (25 minutes
or less depending on travel time). Any delays should be reported
immediately to their supervisorINDUHExperiencePreferred1 - 3 years:
Radiologic Technologists1 - 3 years: Urgent
CareEducationPreferredAssociates or betterLicenses &
CertificationsRequiredXRAY CertificationPreferredBLS
CertificationBehaviorsPreferredTeam Player: Works well as a member
of a groupFunctional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a
subjectDedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or
integrityMotivationsPreferredSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform
without outside helpFlexibility: Inspired to perform well when
granted the ability to set your own schedule and goalsby Jobble
Keywords: University Hospitals Urgent Care By Well, Cleveland , Traveling Radiologic Technologist, Other , Willoughby, Ohio
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