Radiology Technologist

Description

PURPOSE STATEMENT   

Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight and height. Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.  Record patients’ medical history, vital statistics, and information such as test results in medical records.  Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.  Collect blood, tissue or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens and prepare them for testing. Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and providers’ instructions to patients. Help physicians examine and treat patients, hand them instruments and materials or perform such tasks as application of casts and splints and removing sutures. Authorize drug refills with insurance companies and provide prescription information to pharmacies. Prepare treatment rooms for examinations, keeping the room neat and clean. Clean instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.  Schedule appointments for patients.  Change dressings on wounds.  Greet and log in patients arriving at the clinic. Contact medical facilities or departments to schedule patients for tests and/or admission.  Perform general office duties such as answering telephones, taking dictation, and completing insurance forms. Inventory and order medical, lab and office supplies and equipment. Operate digital x-ray examinations as ordered by the provider.  And any other duties that may not be listed. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  

• Greet patients and visitors in a courteous and friendly manner. 
• Receive and handle phone calls as directed by the physician. 
• Ensure the room is properly cleaned and stocked. 
• Ensure proper handling and storage of all sample medications that are stored in the office. 
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance. 
• Perform other essential duties as assigned. 

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS 

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Radiology Tech certificate from an accredited school. 
• Organizational Skills. 
• Computer experience. 
• Must work well under pressure. 
• Ability to communicate well with people both in person and on the phone. 
• Effectively act as a liaison between patients and providers. 
• Must adhere to HIPAA rules and regulations. 
• Medical terminology. 
• Typing skills. 
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic