Hybrid Radiologic/Mammography Technologist bei Peoples Community Health Clinic

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt 

Reports to: Clinic Support Supervisor 

Job Summary/Objective: 

The Radiologic/Mammography Technologist performs radiographic and mammographic imaging examinations and procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision, but under the direction of the radiologist and/or ordering physician for diagnosis and possible treatment.  Assumes responsibility for designated areas of department operation as trained and required.  Performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission of Peoples Community Health Clinic.

Protected Health Information Requirements/Access:

• This position will require the use or disclosure of protected health Information.
• This position will use the Treatment class of protected health information.
• Restrictions on the protected health information for this position will follow the Privacy Policies of Peoples Community Health Clinic, Inc.
• Use or disclosure of protected health information not routinely available to this position will follow procedures assessed by or directed by management.
• Patient Records – Yes        Medical Information System - Yes

Essential Functions: 

• Provides general outpatient examinations and/or mammographic imaging exams.
• Provides patient education.
• Ensures proper inventory and operation of imaging equipment and supplies.
• Completes and maintains patient records, files and/or reports with communication to providers and/or nursing staff as necessary.
• Protected Health Information Access (HIPAA) Patient Records – Yes    Medical Information System - Yes
• Supports a service-oriented atmosphere in accordance with Peoples Community Health Clinic Mission and Philosophy.
• Works to improve work processes and clinical outcomes including health disparity and quality improvement collaboratives.
• Follows policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains own competence.
• Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits.
• Assists in control of Peoples Community Health Clinic resources.

Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated
• Communication – listening, speaking, writing, and reading comprehension
• Working knowledge of MS Office Products (ex. Excel, Word, Access, Power Point) and Windows Platform. Must be comfortable moving within an EHR computer system regularly
• Ability to work with diverse group of people
• Ability to work with a large degree of independence 
• Ability to respond calmly in stressful situations 
• Attention to detail
• Maintains strict confidence 
• Planning and organizing 
• Adaptability and flexibility

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Patient Population:

Work Environment/Personal Protective Equipment:

This position operates in a clinical environment, PPE required as indicated.

Physical Demands:

This position requires occasional sitting –(Approximately 25% of shift); frequent standing (approximately 50% of shift); occasional walking –(approximately 25% of shift); occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs. with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Frequent pushing/pulling up to 10 lbs.(34%-66% of shift) and occasionally 11lbs. – 100lbs (1% - 33% of shift); frequent use of hands/arms for repetitive movement and continuous finger dexterity; occasional bending/stooping, twisting, squatting/crouching, and reaching at, below and above shoulder level (25% of shift).

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Typically work hours and days are between Monday and Friday,8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and some flexibility in hours is allowed. Responsibilities occasionally may require irregular hours as deemed necessary. This may include an adjusted work schedule, long days, and early morning or late evening hours in order to meet client scheduling demands. The employee must work a minimum of 40.0 hours each week to maintain full-time status. 

Travel:

Occasional driving might be expected for this position.

Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited program for Radiologic Technology.
•  Associate degree or bachelor’s degree, preferred.
• Three years of experience as a diagnostic radiologic technologist required.

Licensure:

• Holds Iowa Permit-to-Practice Radiography from the Iowa Department of Public Health.
• Holds current registration with the A.R.R.T as a Radiologic Technologist.  
• Certification in mammography strongly preferred or willingness to obtain. 
• Current BLS and Mandatory Reporter Certification required. 
• Must successfully complete criminal background check, sex offender registry check, adult/child abuse registry check, and licensure check.

Other Duties:

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements as individuals may perform other duties as assigned.