Radiologic Technologist

Job Description

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Radiologic Technologist Job Description

Reports to: Director of the Breathing Center

Full time

Salary Range: $40k- $55k

The Radiologic Technologist serves as a member of the clinical team that cares for patients. The XRT performs high-quality X-rays using established patient care and safety protocols. One of the duties is taking quality B read images of those with occupational lung disease.

S/he is an educator of patients and their families, who develops a strong trusting relationship with patients. S/he is a member of the Dawes primary care team. In addition to her primary X-ray duties, s/he will also provide pulmonary and benefits services to patients when clinically indicated. S/he advises patients on their pulmonary condition and specifically on the Federal and State OP benefits that may be available to them. S/he is responsible for scheduling and tracking related to Department of Labor Testing and WV State OP Claims.

Job Duties:

• Performs high-quality X-rays using established patient care and safety protocols.

• Maintains a logbook including date, patient names, and x-rays performed

• Reviews policy and procedure manual and updates as necessary at least annually

• Serves as a resource for providers and staff about valid X-rays interpretation

• Performs quality management activities for the X-ray machine

• Tracks patients using REDcap, CAPGate, and other applications

• Schedules patients for Black Lung services and X-ray exams when necessary

• Assists with exercise for exercise ABGs during DOL Testing

• Performs blood pressure checks, SpO2 monitoring, heart rate monitoring, telemetry monitoring EKGs and glucose monitoring of patients according to Breathing Center policies and procedures

• Promotes the Cabin Creek Black Lung Program on the community, state and national levels

• Assists the Black Lung benefits counselor to advise patients of their eligibility for OP benefits

• Assists the Black Lung benefits counselor in communications with lawyers, PCPs, pulmonologists, national and state agencies and patients

• Documents clearly in both the EMR and paper chart

• Actively participates in community, state and national organizations to promote awareness of Black Lung Benefits

• Leads outreach events and initiatives to increase the number of Black Lung patients identified.

• Assists the Pulmonary Rehabilitation sessions in monitoring patients, and warm-ups and resistance training

• Aids in other duties and programs as assigned by the Director of the Breathing Center and Dawes site coordinator.

Meetings/licensure:

• Attends community, state and national Black Lung events when scheduled to do so.

• Participates in BL QI Projects

• Attends site Huddles when practical

• Maintains ARRT certification

• Maintains WV Radiologic Technologist license

Education Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED

• Completed a board approved, accredited Radiologic Technology Program

• Must have a current WV Radiologic Technology License and be in good standing