Radiology Technologist MHUC
Company: MEDSTAR HEALTH
Location: Silver Spring
Posted on: May 7, 2022
Job Description:
Job Summary
MedStar Health Urgent Care is
committed to providing world-class, compassionate care to every
patient, every time, at every touch point during the experience.
All associates are accountable for their role in meeting patient
experience standards. Performs clinical and administrative duties
in the MedStar Health Urgent Care Settings consistent with policies
& procedures. Works under the supervision of a physician and
performs patient intake, standing orders or protocols,
venipuncture, laboratory testing and patient follow up. Will also
administer oral, IM, SC, or intradermal medications when ordered by
a provider, after demonstrating competency to the Clinical
Professional Development Specialist or designee. Clinical Care
Specialists (CCSs) certified as Radiologic Technologists also
perform and transmit X-ray diagnostic images. This position
documents as appropriate in the medical record and supports optimal
patient flow.Minimum Qualifications
Education/Training
Associate's degree or equivalent;
Completion of an approved R.T. program.Experience
Externship in a medical or ambulatory
health setting; 2+ years of Medical office experience strongly
preferred.License/Certification/Registration
ARRT Certification; Must have a
Maryland, Virginia, or DC State License-Certified Medical Radiation
whichever is applicable to location of the position; CPR
Certification.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Clinical competency as verified
during the initial 90 day orientation period and annually
thereafter. Excellent customer service/ patient interaction skills;
Computer & Electronic Medical Record skills and ability to function
in a variable clinical setting. Excellent verbal and written
communication skills.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Adheres to the MedStar Health Urgent
Care Code of Conduct and its Compliance plan; complies with
governmental and accreditation guidelines, completing all scheduled
training including, but not limited to, safety, infection control,
OSHA, CPR, EMR, general compliance, harassment and service.Cleans,
stocks and sterilizes equipment in addition to cleaning and
preparing patient rooms for care delivery.Contributes to the
achievement of established department goals and objectives and
adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and
safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation
regulations.Delivers patient care consistent with policy and with
high regard for patient/ employee safety and quality of
care.Embraces new technology and use of the electronic health
record.Manages patient flow with consistent and frequent
communication with patients/ families as well genuine regard for
their time and comfort. Uses and embraces the iCare
program.Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service
improvement teams as appropriate. Participates in meetings, serves
on committees and represents the department and hospital/facility
in community outreach efforts as appropriate.Performs other testing
and care consistent with the scope of the MedStar Health Urgent
Care practice including, but not limited to, spirometry/ PFTs,
patient vitals and BMI, EKGs, vision and hearing test, splinting
and general patient care under the supervision of the medical
provider.Performs patient follow up calls for lab tests, patient
experience, and clinical results in accordance with policy and in a
professional manner.Performs venipuncture and selected patient and
laboratory testing (point of care); initiates care pathways in
accordance with policy.Performs x-rays in accordance with medical
provider orders; forwards images to the appropriate radiologist for
over-reads; maintains x-ray equipment and adheres to safety
standards.Promotes an atmosphere of respect toward patients,
families, vendors, employers and co-workers. Acts and communicates
professionally at all time.Provides care consistent with MedStar's
mission, vision and values and in a manner that engenders patient
confidence and loyalty by exceeding expectations.Serves as a
patient escort throughout the care process and assists in patient
discharge, assuring clarity for the patient or family
member(s).Supports new clinical and service initiatives; seeks
opportunities to improve care and the patient experience.Supports
other members of the team during downtime or bottlenecks in patient
processing. Understands and participates in basic computer and
patient intake skills at the front desk.Supports the medical
provider in patient examination, testing and education.Under
medical provider supervision, prepares and administers oral
medications and injections limited to intradermal, subcutaneous,
and intramuscular after demonstrating competency to the Clinical
Professional Development Specialist or designee.Performs other
duties as assigned.About MedStar Health MedStar Health is dedicated
to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and
the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of
medicine through education, innovation and research. Our 30,000
associates and 5,400 affiliated physicians work in a variety of
settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more
than 300 community-based locations, the largest visiting nurse
association in the region, and highly respected institutes
dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and
clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years,
MedStar is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of
doctors, but also to the continuing education and professional
development of our whole team. MedStar Health offers diverse
opportunities for career advancement and personal
fulfillment.
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