About this role
ABOUT AUSTIN REGIONAL CLINIC:
Austin Regional Clinic has been voted a top Central Texas employer by our employees for over 15 years! We are one of central Texas' largest professional medical groups with 35+ locations and we are continuing to grow. We offer the following benefits to eligible team members: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, PTO, 401(k), EAP, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Child Care Assistance, Health & Fitness, Sick Child Care Assistance, Development and more. For additional information visit https://www.austinregionalclinic.com/careers/.
PURPOSE
Performs radiographic exams to assist in a diagnosis of disease and injuries. Works effectively with patients and patients' families and maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental personnel. Carries out all duties while maintaining compliance and confidentiality and promoting the mission and philosophy of the organization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Performs diagnostic X-ray procedures, which include positioning patient, adjusting equipment settings to obtain the best density, detail and contrast of the area being imaged and determining proper voltage and exposure.
• QC images once taken.
• Provides appropriate patient protection following prescribed safety standards.
• Assists operative team in preparing patient for procedure to be performed.
• Participates in surgical time out, entering patient information into C-Arm.
• Maintains facility exposure badges and reporting.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment repair needs.
• Maintains compliance with Texas Medical Board and ARRT educational requirements.
• Ensures all equipment is in good working condition and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Maintains integrity of lead aprons by performing annual checks.
• Acts as Radiation Safety Officer.
• Maintains work area.
• Stocks room supplies.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Attends required meetings and in-services.
• Adheres to all company policies, including but not limited to, OSHA, HIPAA, compliance and Code of Conduct.
• Regular and dependable attendance.
• Follows the core competencies set forth by the Company, which are available for review on ARC SharePoint.
• Works holiday shift(s) as required by Company policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
Required:
• High school diploma or GED.
• Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school.
• Two (2) or more years of radiology experience with at least one (1) or more years of operating room or ASC radiology experience.
• Experience working with all age groups.
• Familiarity with PACS image retrieval and storage.
• Experience in digital radiography.
Preferred: Five (5) or more years of related work experience.
Certificate/License
• Current licensure as a Registered Technologist through the Texas Medical Board.
• Radiological Technologist must be in good standing with American Registry of Radiological Technologist.
• Current AHA approved Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course completion card or within 60 days of hire required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform all diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Must be customer oriented in order to provide outstanding services to patients, physicians and co-workers.
• Ability to maintain awareness of patient privacy, confidentiality and dignity at all times.
• Ability to work in a team environment and/or on their own.
• Ability to engage others, listen and adapt response to meet others' needs.
• Ability to align own actions with those of other team members committed to common goals.
• Excellent computer and keyboarding skills, including familiarity with Windows and EMRs.. Must be adept at using various applications including MS Office, communicate by e-mail, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to perform job duties in a professional manner at all times.
• Ability to understand, recall, and communicate, factual information.
• Ability to understand, recall, and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information.
• Ability to organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology.
• Ability to apply common sense in performing job.
Work Schedule: PRN as needed.