Xray Technician (Per Diem) - Sports Medicine - Morganville, NJ (Irvington,NJ)

Company: Physician Enterprise Group
Location: Irvington
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

General Summary: An X-Ray Technician with Medical Assistant experience performs routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the practice of physicians and other health practitioners running smoothly. In addition, performance of routine radiology studies typical for a physician practice is expected. The duties of Radiology Technician vary from office to office, depending on the location and size of the practice and the practitioners specialty. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Provides administrative support including, but not limited to, the following:

• Takes patients medical history, information pertaining to the patients visit to the doctor and record vital signs of patients to help the doctor with diagnosis
• Prepares patients for physician evaluation
• Assists physician with evaluation and treatment of patient
• Assists physician with special procedures
• Performs basic radiologist tests and oversees the production of x-rays
• Maintains accurate record of all x-ray films to include appropriate log entries, x-ray documentation for jackets and accurate filing of films
• Coordinates the reading of all x-ray films with physician
• Relays information to patients regarding preparation of laboratory tests and examinations Arranges examining room instruments and equipment and keeps the examining rooms neat and clean
• Initiating and maintaining correspondence with patients and insurance companies
• Respects and maintains privacy and dignity of patients and assures patient confidentiality at all times2. Other related responsibilities:
  • Represents the clinic in a professional manner in person, in telephone conversations, and in written correspondence
  • Performs basic functions such as photocopying, scanning and faxing
  • Any other duties as assigned Education and Experience: 1. High School Diploma or GED required within one (1) year of hire. Candidates who do not possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent at time of hire will be provided the opportunity to enroll in a GED/HSEA program as a condition of employment. New hires will be provided one (1) year from date of hire to successfully complete a GED program and obtain their HSEA.*2. Minimum two years experience in an x-ray department in a hospital or physician s office 3. 1-3 years experience as an x-ray technician performing diagnostic radiography 4. Certification by American Registry of Radiographic Technologist license and New Jersey state license 5. Knowledge of medical terminology 6. Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook is required 7. CPR Certification approved by AHA
    *RWJBarnabas Health is committed to our communities and the members we serve. RWJBH understands that in order to create strong, healthy, and sustainable communities, we have to re-engineer and transform current systems. Providing educational support and resources contributes to our overall social impact mission and community investment efforts.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
    • Phlebotomy, EKG
    • Vital signs, patient assessment
    • Administration of medications (Oral, IM, Sub-q, Intradermal, IV)
    • Ability to work independently
    • Strong oral and written communication skills are essential
    • Attention to accuracy and detail
    • Demonstrates a clear understanding of the importance of staff satisfaction Physical Demands: Individuals must be able to meet established specific physical requirements of the job including sitting at a desk or meeting table, reaching, lifting, pulling, bending, stooping, twisting, standing and walking. Ability to use five finger manipulations over extended periods Working Conditions:
      • Exposure to blood borne pathogens
      • Availability to work weekends and holidays as needed RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group is a multispecialty group practice comprised of highly trained and experienced world class primary and specialty care physicians. RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group physicians provide compassionate and innovative cutting-edge care for people at every stage of life at easily accessible facilities conveniently located throughout New Jersey. Backed by the vast continuum of resources of RWJBarnabas Health, the largest not-for-profit integrated health care delivery system in New Jersey and one of the largest in the nation, our dedicated physicians and expertly trained supporting staff continuously strive for clinical excellence.Equal Opportunity Employer Associated topics: hematopathology, laboratory, medical, medical technologist, mls, mlt, scientist, surgical technologist, technician ii, toxicology

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