X-ray Technologist - Patient First
Voorhees Township, NJ 08043
About the Job
Sign-On Bonus! Student Loan Assistance!
The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Obtaining quality x-rays using correct position and radiation exposure;
- Implementing safety procedures for patients, self, and staff to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation;
- Creating and documenting x-ray CD copies correctly according to Patient First guidelines. Labeling images and sleeves correctly when making these copies;
- Understanding the x-ray and processing equipment so that it will be used correctly;
- Using and understanding the bell system;
- Filing and maintaining all x-ray paperwork;
- Ensuring the safety of patients when using wheelchairs, stools, and other equipment;
- Understanding and using the following: Daily Log, X-Ray Listing, Copy Listing, and X-Ray Status Screen;
- Understanding and using the automated medical records system;
- Cleaning work area, biological cleanup in accordance with OSHA guidelines and other maintenance assignments as directed;
- Receiving, moving, and restocking ordered supplies;
- Adhering to established Patient First policies and procedures;
- Addressing physician and nurse requests with respect and in a timely manner;
- Completing the tasks listed on the checklists for the x-ray area and treatment area;
- Attending training classes and staff meetings as scheduled;
- Being available as needed, breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time for patient care and to maintain center operations;
- Responsible for the operating, using and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained.
Minimum education and professional requirements include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Employee must be at least 18 years of age;
- High school graduate or equivalent;
- Keyboarding experience required;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- One year of clerical experience preferred;
- One year of clinical experience preferred;
- Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT);
- Licensed to practice in Diagnostic Radiography by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Patient First is accepting applications for a X-ray Technologist in Woodbury, NJ area. Patient First provides a friendly work environment that promotes a team-oriented philosophy.
The responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to, the following:
- A ssisting patients using the kiosk prior to registration.
- Escorting patients in need of emergency assistance directly to the treatment area to be registered and evaluated.
- Respectfully handling Physician and Nurse requests in a timely manner.
- Communicating information about Patient First’s billing policies, including insurable and non-insurable charges, as needed.
- Accurately registering patients in an expedient manner while providing excellent customer service, compassion, and kindness.
- Verifying all patient demographic, health, pharmacy, and insurance information.
- Thoroughly answering billing and insurance questions and providing itemized billing statements as requested.
- Referring billing questions to the appropriate parties as needed.
- Collecting money and issuing receipts for a patient’s visit, diagnostic studies, and supplies as prompted by the electronic medical record system.
- Discharging the patient and processing incurred charges.
- Completing all cash management duties to include counting and accounting for money collected at the end of the shift.
- Receiving, sending, and distributing correspondence as directed.
- Filing and scanning medical documents and office forms as directed.
- Completing assigned checklists and Policy Manager tasks within the assigned shift.
- Answering all incoming calls and distributing messages in a timely manner.
- Assisting with other assignments as directed.
- Demonstrating an efficient understanding of the electronic medical record system.
- Receiving, moving, and stocking ordered supplies.
- Cleaning the front office work area and other maintenance assignments as directed.
- Verifying daily reports are run at the end of the day.
- Attending staff meetings as directed.
- Being available to assist as needed (breaks and mealtimes may be interrupted at any time to provide necessary patient care or to maintain center operations).
- Operating, using, and maintaining medical and office equipment as trained.
- Participating in maintenance assignments when necessary and as directed.
- Providing positive, warm, and friendly service in all interactions.
- Completing other duties as directed
Source : Patient First