Radiologic Technologist Job at Mercer-Bucks Orthopaedics, PC

Mercer-Bucks Orthopaedics, PC Lawrenceville, NJ

$24 - $32 an hour

One Full-time and one part-time position exists at Mercer-Bucks Orthopaedics, PC, a premier subspecialty-oriented orthopedic group with offices in Langhorne, Pennsylvania and Lawrenceville, Hamilton, and Princeton, New Jersey. Radiologic Technologist performs radiologic images as directed by the physician or physician assistant and assists the clinic nurse with clinical duties as needed.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Current New Jersey Radiology Technologist license required.
  • ARRT certificate for Pennsylvania required
  • Training in specialty-specific assisting preferred (orthopedics)

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Experience in performing radiological procedures for orthopedic evaluation
  • Experience in a high volume practice
  • Working knowledge of managed care basics, and experience working with a managed care and Medicare population
  • Completion of continuing education as required by the ARRT.
  • Pleasant speaking voice and demeanor
  • Good communication skills
  • Neat, professional appearance
  • This position requires travel to all offices of the organization as needed
  • Occasional Saturday half-day work may be required

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Greets patients and escorts them from the exam room to the radiology
  • Positions patient on the x-ray table as needed for producing x-ray images—instructs patient on how to position their body appropriately, hold their breath, etc
  • Takes images, using appropriate safety precautions, wearing protective equipment and radiology monitor at all times
  • Processes images according to instructions for equipment
  • Informs physician or physician assistant when image has been developed and is ready for reading
  • Sends images for reading by radiologist at the instruction of the physician
  • Monitors logs of images taken and directed to radiologist to ensure that all results are reported to the physician and patient
  • Files all radiology images according to protocol
  • Complies with all OSHA mandates for dosimeter readings and quality assurance as required by the State of New Jersey.
  • Takes radiology stock inventory and communicates supply shortages
  • Performs preventive maintenance on all radiology equipment—communicates maintenance needs where indicated.
  • Attends OSHA training programs as required
  • Completes quality assurance monitoring as instructed
  • Maintains patient confidentiality.
  • Attends all regular meetings.
  • Performs all other tasks and projects assigned by the Clinical Team Leader and VP of Clinical Operations, including helping Physician when needed as listed below under support responsibilities.

Secondary/Support responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Greets patients and escorts them from the waiting room to exam rooms; prepares patients for exam or treatment.
  • Puts charts up for physicians when patient is ready in exam room.
  • Prepares exam rooms with necessary instruments.
  • Disposes of contaminated items according to OSHA guidelines.
  • Cleans and disinfects exam rooms between patients based on CDC guidelines.
  • Replenishes supplies—stocks and cleans exam rooms.
  • Evaluates medical stock inventory and orders/replenishes supplies as directed by Clinical Director, if assigned responsibility for ordering/stocking for the office,.
  • Performs cast removal and preparation for cast application. Removes sutures and staples.
  • Escorts patients back to exam room from procedure and/or x-ray rooms.
  • Directs test results and correspondence to physician for review and treatment plan.
  • Prints or writes prescriptions for medications or DME as directed after verifying with the ordering physician or physician assistant.
  • Prints or writes notes for work, school, or gym after verifying with the ordering physician or the physical assistant.
  • Performs all other tasks and projects assigned by the Clinical Director, Practice Manager or the physicians.

MBO offers excellent compensation and benefits for the right candidate.

MBO is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefit Conditions:

  • Waiting period may apply
  • Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

  • Personal protective equipment provided or required
  • Temperature screenings
  • Social distancing guidelines in place
  • Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

  • No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $32.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Free parking
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

  • Private practice

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
In order to reduce chance of possible exposure, our organization follows the Federal and State guidelines with respect to face coverings and social distancing.

Experience:

  • Medical Imaging: 1 year (Required)
  • Medical imaging in orthopedics: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

  • Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • BLS Certification (Preferred)
  • ARRT Certification (Required)
  • NJ RT license (Required)

Work Location: Multiple Locations




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