Under indirect supervision, operates radiographic equipment to produce radiographs of structures in the human body that are utilized by physicians for the diagnosis of disease processes, and/or pathology. Utilizes technical judgment and skills to ensure that produced radiographs are of the highest diagnostic quality and demonstrate the area(s) of interest. Essential Responsibilities:Essential Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:Maintains patient information and test files/data bases Interviews ... more details
Description:
Job Summary:
Under indirect supervision, operates radiographic equipment to produce radiographs of structures in the human body that are utilized by physicians for the diagnosis of disease processes, and/or pathology. Utilizes technical judgment and skills to ensure that produced radiographs are of the highest diagnostic quality and demonstrate the area(s) of interest.
Essential Responsibilities:
Essential Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintains patient information and test files/data bases Interviews patients to confirm/obtain necessary history
Explains radiographic procedures to patient
Operates radiographic equipment, and, performs for imaging tests as stipulated in the work assignment as defined in the scope of certification
Where applicable, performs bone densitometry testing as per orders/requisition and standard protocols including the archiving of pre-and post-test data where applicable
Properly positions patient for imaging and/or scanning
Reviews completed scans for requisite information and anatomical areas of interest as per imaging protocol
Prints out data reports and provides bone densitometry scan/patient record to authorized recipients as required
Enters clinical data into computerized data base(s)
May provide weekly, monthly regular reports/summaries of tests performed
Complies with all continuing education requirements
Establishes and maintains systems for patient test results and follow-up.
Responds to the needs of others by maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers and creating a positive image for the organization.
Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
Utilizes proper body mechanics.
Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.
Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, and accurate manner.
Observes all organizational, regional, and medical service area policies and procedures.
Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
Utilizes effective communication skills.
Exhibits professional conduct in all interactions with patients and staff.
Meets productivity norms established by the department.
May perform other related duties as requested/required
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
N/A
Education
Successful completion of a formal limited x-ray education/training program.
License, Certification, Registration
X-Ray Technician Limited Permit (California)
Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
N/A
Preferred Qualifications:
1-2 years of recent experience in medical assisting within the last 5 years.
Notes:
This position covers and requires Bone Density exams.
May required to perform other duties to stay productive.
This is a Per Diem position that will require covering ALL DEXA locations from WH Med Center to the Ventura Clinics.
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