Xray Technician (Elizabeth,NJ)

Company: Physician Enterprise Group
Location: Elizabeth
Posted on: January 14, 2021

Job Description:

General Summary: An X-Ray Technician with Medical Assistant experience performs routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the practice of physicians and other health practitioners running smoothly. In addition, performance of routine radiology studies typical for a physician practice is expected. The duties of Radiology Technician vary from office to office, depending on the location and size of the practice and the practitioners specialty. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Provides administrative support including, but not limited to, the following:

• Takes patients medical history, information pertaining to the patients visit to the doctor and record vital signs of patients to help the doctor with diagnosis
• Prepares patients for physician evaluation
• Assists physician with evaluation and treatment of patient
• Assists physician with special procedures
• Performs basic radiologist tests and oversees the production of x-rays
• Maintains accurate record of all x-ray films to include appropriate log entries, x-ray documentation for jackets and accurate filing of films
• Coordinates the reading of all x-ray films with physician
• Relays information to patients regarding preparation of laboratory tests and examinations Arranges examining room instruments and equipment and keeps the examining rooms neat and clean
• Initiating and maintaining correspondence with patients and insurance companies
• Respects and maintains privacy and dignity of patients and assures patient confidentiality at all times2. Other related responsibilities:
  • Represents the clinic in a professional manner in person, in telephone conversations, and in written correspondence
  • Performs basic functions such as photocopying, scanning and faxing
  • Any other duties as assigned Education and Experience: 1. High School Diploma or GED required 2. Minimum two years experience in an x-ray department in a hospital or physician s office 3. 1-3 experience as an x-ray technician performing diagnostic radiography 4. Certification by American Registry of Radiographic Technologist license and New Jersey state license 5. Knowledge of medical terminology 6. Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook is required 7. CPR Certification approved by AHAKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    • Phlebotomy, EKG
    • Vital signs, patient assessment
    • Administration of medications (Oral, IM, Sub-q, Intradermal, IV
    • Ability to work independently
    • Strong oral and written communication skills are essential
    • Attention to accuracy and detail
    • Demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of staff satisfaction Physical Demands: Individuals must be able to meet established specific physical requirements of the job including sitting at a desk or meeting table, reaching, lifting, pulling, bending, stooping, twisting, standing and walking. Ability to use five finger manipulations over extended periods Working Conditions:
      • Exposure to blood borne pathogens
      • Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed Associated topics: blood collection, medical, medical technologist, microbiology, sterile processing technician, technician ii, technician iii, technician laboratory, testing, toxicology

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