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Requisition Number:

R-20002

Facility:

LOC0025 - Health_Express_Abington170 Bedford Street Abington, MA 02351

Department Name:

HXP Urgent Care Weymouth

Status:

Full time

Budgeted Hours:

37

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Under the direction of the Department Manager, performs interpretive, patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

Clinical:

• Complies with all HIPPA regulations with regards to patient privacy
• Complies with all OSHA safety standards
• Obtains pertinent clinical information including the patient’s complaint, health history and measurement of vital signs
• Prepares patient for examination
• Prepares for all necessary procedures and treatments per established specifications
• Assists providers with examinations, procedures and treatments
• Performs wound irrigations, dressings, bandages wounds and incisions, and applies splints as well as other tasks ordered by the Provider
• Performs diagnostic tests including eye exams, Pulse Ox, Peak flow and throat and nasal swabs
• Performs CLIA-waived lab tests; labels and processes specimens to send to the laboratory
• Performs daily office and laboratory opening and closing procedures
• Maintains emergency equipment for use at all times in a clean and safe condition
• Maintains supplies, stocks exam rooms, treatment areas and laboratory daily
• Sterilizes non-disposable instruments and disposes of contaminated supplies and medical waste in accordance with established standards
• Provides discharge instructions as ordered by the Provider
• Assists the Provider and front office staff to facilitate flow through the clinic in a timely and appropriate fashion
• Maintains proficiency in all areas by attending trainings as required
• Maintains CPR certification

Radiographer Duties:

• Performs x-rays ordered by the Provider to help diagnose a variety of medical problems
• Closely follows provider instructions
• Communicates effectively with all types of patients to gain their understanding and cooperation with radiographic testing
• Prepares radiographic equipment
• Assists patients in removal of garments or jewelry that that may interfere with the procedure
• Positions patients correctly
• Accurately captures the requested diagnostic image by setting the equipment to obtain the best density, detail and contrast of the area being imaged
• Takes preventative steps to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation
• Stores and maintains radiographic images according to clinic protocol
• Assists patients by copying or transferring x-ray images for use by their PCP or specialty physician
• Cleans and disinfects x-ray equipment using appropriate materials.
• Keeps x-ray suite well stocked, clean and orderly at all times
• Wears appropriate RAD badge at all times

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an accredited Radiology Technologist program is required
• Massachusetts state licensure in Radiography is required
• AART required
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Basic computer skills
• Skill in obtaining and maintaining accurate medical records
• Ability to communicate clearly and show patience with patients
• Must be able to perform each essential duty related to examination, diagnostic and treatment room responsibilities satisfactorily
• Ability to initiate and complete tasks related to job duties without direct request of supervisor
• Ability to work well with others and be willing to help when needed
• Maintains strictest confidentiality of patient information
• Ability to multi-task with patients and other responsibilities

Varied hours, including weekends and holidays

May be asked to travel to other sites for coverage

Responsibilities if Required:

Education if Required:

License/Registration/Certification Requirements:

Radiography Technology (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts), Radiography Technology Temporary License (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts)