Radiology Tech in Windsor

Primary City/State: Windsor, Colorado

Department Name: Windsor-Urg Care

Work Shift: Varied

Job Category: Clinical Care

Great careers start with great training. The people of Banner Health are focused on delivering excellent care to our patients. In return, we are committed to excellence in personal development for all our team members.

Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in excellent patient care at Banner Urgent Care. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health. Banner Urgent Care offers a customer-focused team that provides a comprehensive range of Urgent Care services in a friendly work environment.

As a Radiologic Technologist or Limited Scope Operator, you will work alongside a passionate team of Providers, Medical Assistants and Techs to help ensure our patients receive exceptional care. Must have full availability to work any day of the week, including weekends. Hours: Varied days, including weekends, 7:15am-7:30pm.

Discover the difference at Banner Urgent Care. With hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in AZ and 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. in CO, you'll help care for patients in need of immediate medical attention.

POSITION SUMMARY: This position performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population. This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as implementing and evaluating direct patient care. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.

CORE FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares patients for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint; documents pain scores as appropriate.
• Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the clinician.
• Performs the setup, acquisition and processing of prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
• Educates patients/families regarding the procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
• Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures which could include taking patients’ blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation and EKG’s.
• Acts as chaperone as needed.
• Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed.
• Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through clinical process.
• Coordinates and manages patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions and scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital and other ancillary medical treatments and tests.
• Responsible for communicating test results to patient.
• Acts as a resource to clinician in order to provide optimal patient care.
• May administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed.
• Prepares and maintains accurate documentation in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
• Maintains a clean, functional environment, including exam rooms and storage areas.
• Cleans and disinfects equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions, following sterilization procedures, and following manufacturer's recommendations and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances.
• Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs.
• Orders supplies and stocks patient care areas.
• Monitors inventory including medication/injectables and immunizations.
• Ensures the efficient operation and workflow of the department by coordinating patient workflow throughout the day.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Requires certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited school of Radiology program.
• Requires national certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by the state regulatory agency if applicable.
• BLS certification required.
• Requires successful completion of the Banner Health MA competency assessment.
• Requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Requires the ability to manage multiple changing priorities in an effective and organized fashion.
• Requires strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge as normally obtained through graduation from an Accredited Medical Assisting Program.
• Experience with office medical procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR and scheduling software preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Estimated Pay Range: $26.40 - $44.00 / hour

Banner Health is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted compensation range is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay Banner Health in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.

Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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