The Radiologic Technologist Clinic - Lab Assist provides laboratory and radiology services by collecting clinical data for use in patient diagnosis and treatment.
- Radiologic Technologist Clinic, Rockford IL (Mulford)
- 80 Hours/2 Weeks
- Monday - Friday 8am-5pm, E/O Saturday 8am-12pm
Responsibilities
Performs high quality x-ray exams using the best techniques and proper positioning.
Deliver lab and x-ray results to authorized personnel as required.
Assists patients in whatever capacity is required, making sure to explain preparations and procedures.
Uses PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) appropriately, minimizing errors.
Properly set up lab and x-ray equipment for the day, maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
Maintains current validation and performs waived and moderate complexity laboratory testing using manual reagents, kits, and instruments. Follows laboratory procedures and policies to assure test accuracy and to meet accreditation requirements. Communicates with laboratory facilitator regarding concerns and issues.
Perform electrocardiogram tracing twelve lead, rhythm strip, and pacemaker, pediatric.
Performs venipunctures, micro collection, to obtain blood specimens from babies, children, and adults. Collect all specimens (blood, urine, sputum, etc.) appropriately handling specimens after collection.
Transfers patient test requests from scripts, requisitions, and verbal orders into the HIS, clinic, and laboratory computer systems to generate lists, labels, and billing information. Performs computer and clerical functions involved in testing process. Runs daily reports. Accurately uses basic functions of computer applications and software packages. (e.g. ordering, completing and tracking procedures).
Maintain adequate lab and x-ray supplies.
Assist other departmental staff as time and skills permit.
Education and Experience
Graduate of an accredited limited scope radiography program
Meet the ARRT examination requirements of chest, extremity, skull/sinus, and spine.
Experience as a radiographer preferred
Certification/Licensure
ARRT Limited Scope of Practice in Radiography Examination
IEMA-DNS IEMA-DNS Limited Radiograhy- Chest Extremity Skull/Sinus Spine
Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.
Special Physical Demands
The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Function of the position with or without accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:
Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.