Radiologic Technologist - North St. Louis

Responsible for x-ray services as needed
o Under the direction of the clinical provider, perform x-ray services for patients by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly.
o Ensure patients are positioned correctly on or in front of equipment and protected during use.
o Will need to push patient in a wheelchair

Patient Registration
o Conduct patient registration, which includes securing required paperwork and insurance documentation, and verification of insurance and patient eligibility.
o Process co-pays and schedule patient appointments for assigned center
o Coordinate provider referrals to assigned Specialist
o Answer patient questions regarding their care and keep them informed of their status

Patient Preparation and Rooming
o Inform technical staff of patient flow.
o Prepare patients for examination, which includes conducting interviews to verify patient information, record medical history; confirm purpose of visit;
o Perform preliminary physical test (blood pressure, weight, temperature, etc.) for vital signs and escalate critical cases to provider as needed.
o Conduct point of care testing as needed (i.e., flu, strep, urinalysis, ECG, HCG); and provide patient information to provider.

Stocking
o Responsible for stocking supplies and maintenance of exam rooms, front desk, and reception area; ensure providers have medical supplies needed
o Responsible for completing order sheets to maintain supply inventory levels; regularly check expiration dates on supplies.

Administrative
o Responsible for maintenance of medical records and scanning charts to patient files.
o Answer phone calls, collect and sort daily incoming and outgoing postal correspondence
o Ensure reception is well maintained
o Conduct courtesy call-backs for patient follow-up on care
o Perform opening and closing duties, which includes cashing out, end-of-day communication, and securing the building.
o Follow operating instructions to perform and document daily controls and calibration of equipment; maintain Quality Assurance/Quality Control logs for equipment troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and submit repair tickets as needed.