Position Title: Radiologic Tech/LMRT Urgent Care Emory Part Time Evenings

Location: Knoxville, TN

Req ID: JR103160

Job Type: Part time
Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW:

The Limited Medical Radiology Tech (LMRT) certification performs a variety of duties to accommodate and support urgent care clinical staff in the provision of patient care. The LMRT performs all radiologic procedures and clinician orders in a timely and accurate manner adhering to all regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represents Urgent Care by displaying a respectful and caring manner with patients and their families. Independently problem solves and utilizes resources to obtain patient information when patient is unable to communicate. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Creates a welcoming environment and acts as a patient advocate.
• Independently problem solves and utilizes resources to obtain patient information when patient is unable to communicate.
• Works as a member of a cross functional team which provides not only radiologic but also in-taking, lab testing, and clerical duties including cleaning / disinfecting exam rooms, scanning, and indexing as necessary.
• Translates provider’s orders into appropriate x-ray procedures.
• Prepares and positions patient correctly for each radiologic examination, assisting clinicians where appropriate.
• Utilizes radiology PACS system to enter data and appropriate technical factors.
• Coordinates and participates in a variety of patient care activities in the examination and treatment of patients to include: vital signs, intake, assisting with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and using standard equipment. Records data for medical record.
• Prepares and sets up medical supplies, instruments and equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Performs various laboratory testing, daily controls and additional duties as needed.
• Works directly under supervision of the provider or registered nurse to provide uncompromising service to patients and community.
• Supports Patient Service Representatives by performing the patient registration process as needed.
• Maintains work area in clean and orderly condition; sets up, cleans and disinfects examination rooms; monitors and ensures appropriate inventory of medical supplies in examination rooms; replenishes as required.
• Ensures adequate and appropriate patient follow-up regarding prescriptions, referrals and diagnostic testing. Contributes to patient care through patient and family education, distributing resource literature and referrals as needed.
• Complies with quality assurance, HIPAA, customer service, infection control, and safety guidelines and other policies as set forth.
• Interacts calmly, respectfully and in a friendly manner with other clinic staff. Refers patients to proper resources including transfer, follow up and appointments as directed by clinician.

QUALIFICATIONS / PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Limited Medical Radiology Technician (LMRT) License
• 1 year of pediatric experience preferred
• BLS Required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to perform detail-oriented work
• Ability to work independently yet in conjunction with a team
• Ability to adapt to a changing and growing atmosphere
• Courteous and professional demeanor
• Willingness to work as a team player to meet common goals of the department

PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

• Heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling is required up to 50 lbs occasionally, 20-30 lbs frequently, and 10lbs constantly to move objects of up to 150 lbs. Sudden emergency situations have the potential for exposure to lifting or moving of up to 150 lbs. Frequent bending, walking, sitting squatting, reaching, and standing are required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.

Come work where you can make a difference everyday.

About Us:

At Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, care is at the CORE of who we are. We are comprised of team members who live out our core values of Compassion, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence. We support each other by fostering a culture of team engagement that creates moments that matter – every interaction, every time.

• Compassion – We imagine what others are going through, work to alleviate suffering, and create joy whenever possible.

• Ownership – We take pride in our work, act with integrity, and feel personal responsibility for achieving our mission.

• Respect – We listen, understand, and communicate openly and politely. We recognize our diverse strengths.

• Excellence – We set high standards for performance in delivering the safest patient care. We give extraordinary and meaningful experiences to our patients, their families, team members, and the community we serve.