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FTE: 0.500000
Shift: Varies
Location: COAL CITY
Summary:
The Diagnostic Tech II provides health care services applying ionizing radiation to assist in diagnosis or treatment of disease. Performs diagnostic radiology procedures utilizing related techniques to produce images and radiographs for the interpretation by a Radiologist. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. Adjusts daily operation to meet the needs of a changing work environment. The Diagnostic Tech II must be competent in registering, scheduling, insurance Medicare/Medicaid compliance and strong customer service skills. Will accurately collect, analyze and record demographic, insurance/financial and clinical data from multiple sources, and obtain other informatino and signatures necessary for registrations and billing. Effectively screens for compliance w/payer requirements for medical necessity and completes thrid-party eligibility and benefit verificatin to ensure accurate payment is secured. Operates point of care laboratory equipment and knowledge of process.
Experience/Education Requirements:
Experienced in medical imaging technology demonstrating competency to successfully complete diagnostic radiology procedures and maintain additional education in radiographic anatomy, preferred.License or Certification Requirements:
Graduate of AMA and accredited program in medical imaging and registry eligible.IEMA required in Radiologic Technology (RT) within 6 months of hireARRT (RT) preferred
Responsibilities:
Available and takes callAssists Radiologist and licensed practitioner with the set up and performance of fluoroscopic procedures.Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures.Cleans and stocks rooms, blanket warmersCompletes exams, including docuemntation in MRM, PACSDocuments a thorough patients clinical history in appropriate locationEnters orders into MRM, uses correct account numberEvaluates images and data for technical quality, manipulates display parameters prior to submission to radiologistExplain tests to patientsImmobilizes patient as required for appropriate examination.Maintains archival storage of digitized images as appropriate.Makes CD's & film copies as needed.Performs high quality diagnostic radiographic procedures.Positions patients and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest.Reduces patient wait timesReports immediately equipments malfunctions to appropriate areasSelects and operates radiographic equipment, imaging and/or associated accessories.Determines radiographic technique exposure factors.StockingUses collimation as appropirate and applies principles of radiation safety to minimize risk to patient, others and selfUses markers on images when appropriateUses two patient identifiers, verifies ordersUses universal precautions hand washingWorks well with students and provides practical instructions
Credentials:
Essential:
* AART
* IEMA
Education:
Essential:
* COLLEGE PROGRAM
Riverside Healthcare is revolutionizing care using leading-edge technology to diagnose and treat patients. We are ranked top in the nation for performance in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and heart surgery and have also been named one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics seven times. Riverside is nationally recognized for our specialty programs in obstetrics, trauma, oncology, rehabilitation, geriatrics, occupational health, psychiatric services, and treatment of alcohol and chemical dependency, as well as patient safety. We combine innovation and convenience at state-of-the-art facilities located in communities throughout the greater Kankakee area.
Riverside Medical Center proves that truly progressive medicine is being delivered in Chicago's southwest suburbs and East Central Illinois. Join a team that is not only concerned with providing the best care possible but also with offering a work environment of advancement and growth. Riverside is a place that embraces a culture where opinions count and dedications is respected, where superior performance is rewarded with competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
Other information:
Exposure/Sensory Requirements:
Exposure to:
Chemicals: Diagnostic technologist will be working with chemicals used with the processing of x-ray film.
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids: Diagnostic Technologist may be responsible for injection of contract media as part of their job function. They will assist the Radiologist in interventional procedures and perform other radiographic procedures that may cause contact with body fluids in this modality.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Diagnostic Technologist will be in direct contact with patients and have potential of normal exposure to airborne pathogens.
Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):
Speech: Required to communicate with patient regarding education, pre-procedure history information, procedure manipulation, and post-procedure instructions.
Vision: Needed to identify, from radiograph, the autonomy and manipulate for correct density and contract levels for the proper filming technique. Constant visual contact with patient to assure proper positioning of patient and for patient safety.
Smell: Helpful to note presence of electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Needed for obtaining patient education and understanding of procedure and history information gathering.
Touch: Needed for operating computer equipment in keyboarding of entry and/or other functions for communication of information necessary for patient care.
Activity/Lifting Requirements:
Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 0%
Twist: 5%
Stand: 60%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 10%
Kneel: 5%
Lift: 5%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 5%
Climb: 0%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 5%
The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
Up to 10 lbs: Continuously
Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
Up to 35 lbs: Frequently
Up to 60 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
Over 100 lbs: Not Required
Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):
Help lift patients into/out of wheelchairs. Able to lift stacks of radiographic jackets and carry to file room. Reach above their head for top shelf. Need to lift boxes of paper when rethreading printers and lifting report holders from above cabinets, carried for approximately 10'. May also need to assist patients from wheelchair on to and off of procedure tables.
Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
Sit: 0
Twist: 24
Stand: 288
Crawl: 0
Walk: 48
Kneel: 24
Lift: 24
Drive: 0
Squat: 24
Climb: 0
Bend: 24
Reach above shoulders: 24
Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):
Simple grasp up to 15 lbs.
Pushing & pulling Normal weight: 50-200# frequent
Fine Manipulation: Setting of x-ray machine exposure factors.
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Occasional stepping on to fluoroscopic exposure button when assisting Radiologist or licensed physician during radiographic procedure(s), pushing and locking beds, carts and wheelchairs.
Environmental Factors & Special Hazards:
Environmental Factors (Time Spent):
Inside hours: 8-12 hours
Outside hours : 0
Temperature: Normal Range
Lighting: Very dark
Noise levels: Average
Humidity: Normal Range
Atmosphere: Fumes, Odors
Special Hazards: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Radiation - Diagnostic Technologist will be working in an area utilizing ionizing radiation made from high voltage electrical current. Responsible for processing x-ray film using an automatic film processing system.
Protective Clothing Required: Shields, gowns, masks, gloves