X-Ray Tech - Orthopedics - Florham Park
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Location: Florham Park, NJ
Time Type: Full time
Posted on: Posted 10 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R33846
About Our Company
We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.
Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes, and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.
When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights, and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.
Job Description
Essential Job Functions:
- Assumes accountability for managing delivery of care and patient safety.
- Prepares patients for procedures providing instructions to obtain desired results, cooperation, and to minimize anxiety.
- Operates CR / Digital X-ray system and imaging equipment properly, safely, and efficiently.
- Obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information. Assesses patients for potential risk factors.
- Ensures proper identification of patient and demographics in PACS.
- Clarifies/follows Doctor’s orders and scans needed information in PACS.
- Completes procedures within an acceptable time frame.
- Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation, such as positioning and technique.
- Maintains x-ray room cleanliness after exam and procedure. Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
- Performs QA/QC testing based on the frequency required by the State.
- Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations.
- Maintains order and cleanliness in technologist work area.
- Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner.
- Plans delivery of care according to patient activity and staff competencies.
- Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety procedures for self and others.
- Ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting routine quality control checks.
- Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems.
- Verifies exams in the PACS system.
General Job Functions:
- Directs the daily operations of all radiology functions in all locations.
- Demonstrates the ability to make decisions, delegates, and assures the welfare of the patients and staff.
- Maintains equipment records and makes recommendations for replacement of outdated or poorly functioning equipment.
- Plans and assists in the orientation of new technical staff.
- Implements and oversees daily, monthly, semi-annual, and annual Quality Control, as mandated by the State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
- Demonstrates understanding and awareness of safety and radiation protection.
- Cancels and reschedules patient appointments as needed.
- Replenishes and changes supplies in assigned area as needed.
- Demonstrates understanding of safety, health, and moral needs of customers and co-workers.
- Other job duties as required.
Education, Certification, Computer, and Training Requirements:
- 1-3 years’ experience.
- Graduated from an accredited Radiology program.
- Licensed by NJ State DEP.
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies.
- BLS certification/IV certified preferred.
- Maintain current knowledge of RIS and PACS computer systems.
- The ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
- Advanced computer skills including email, Microsoft applications, and the ability to comprehend and utilize Electronic Medical Record System, RIS, and PACS Systems.
About Our Commitment
Total Rewards at VillageMD
Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages, and a 401k savings plan.
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Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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