| Our Mission is to extend the healing ministry of Christ. Employees are hired to help Adventist Health System extend the healing ministry of Christ. They are expected to exhibit a continuous behavior of professionalism, which includes but is not limited to, treating customers and co-workers with respect and dignity, aligning behavior with customer service principles, maintaining customer and patient confidentiality, abiding by employee guidelines for professional behavior, appearance, and communication, exhibiting teamwork behaviors, being effective in conflict resolution, helping others to understand issues and accept changes, demonstrating high standards of work performance and flexibility, maintaining positive interdepartmental relationships, keeping a positive attitude, and adhering to the policies and procedures of the organization. GENERAL SUMMARY: Reporting to the Practice Manager and under the supervision of the Providers, the X-Ray Technician cares for patients and performs a wide variety of patient care activities, including laboratory testing and radiographic exams. Adheres to state, federal and organizational guidelines to ensure quality care and patient safety with support from the Clinical Excellence team. Is essential in maintaining organization and facilitating patient flow. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES : * Demonstrates through behavior Florida Hospital's Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork * Drives customer service initiatives by creating and owning the patient experience * Performs basic radiological examinations, including all quality controls/clerical duties. Processes reference laboratory specimens to include venipuncture, specimen handling/ labeling, and tracking results. * Performs properly and legibly documents and reports all procedures and assessments in accordance with department policy. * Utilizing age-specific guidelines, assesses patient during clinical check-in, documents pertinent medical information and vital signs. Assesses for signs of abuse or neglect. * Completes general orders and any follow-up assessments ordered by the provider, verifying as needed. Responds appropriately in clinical emergencies and triage situations. * Performs diagnostic and occupational medicine testing to include, but not limited to, EKG, spirometry, audiometry, titmus and pulse oximetry. Completes forensic testing collections in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Florida Drug Free Workplace Guidelines. This may include urine drug screens, blood/breath alcohol testing, oral fluids and hair testing. * Appropriately complete check-out duties and relays instructions/care to the patient or Performs required Quality Control checklist to ensure safety of the patient * Follows CDC guidelines, infection prevention practices, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs hand washing according to policy and follows safety regulations. * Participates in departmental performance improvement initiatives * May be called upon to train newly hired clinical staff KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: * Must be able to operate radiographic equipment and work with electrical and radiant energy * Comprehensive knowledge of general radiographic procedures * Demonstrated ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements * Ability to operate a computer, copier, fax and scanner * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and others of diverse backgrounds * Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast pace, high patient volume environment KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS PREFERRED: * Strong critical thinking skills EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: * High School Diploma or equivalent EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: * Previous X-Ray Tech experience * Previous urgent care / ED experience LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED: * CPR Certification * Current Florida State license - General Radiographer (RT)
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