PRIMARY CARE ASSOCIATES
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title:
Responsible To:
Supervises:
Radiologic Technologist
Radiology Team Leader
None
Position Summary:
To provide imaging service care to patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or
treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.
Qualifications:
 Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
 Good communication skills
 Ability to work well with others and handle stressful situations maturely
 Computer knowledge and skills
 Excellent team player
 CPR certified
Physical Requirements:
Employee is required to stand/walk 6-8 hours in 8-hour day and transfer patients
requiring medium work of lifting 50 lbs. as well as carrying 25 lbs. Hearing and visual
abilities are required. Must be able to bend, squat, and perform overhead work
frequently. Employee is required to use hands repetitively for grasping, pushing, pulling
and fine manipulation. Employee is also required to lean and stretch over radiology
equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Receive x-ray order, check for special instructions from the requesting physician,
consult with physician/radiologist as necessary.
2. Retrieve any prior studies from the PACs system or any outside facilities.
3. Pleasantly greet patients, confirming their identification.
4. Completely explain examination procedure to patient and family, if necessary.
5. Perform all routine radiographic procedures; demonstrate anatomy under
investigation through proper patient positioning, and technique selection; and
apply immobilization and radiation protection devices according to department
policy and procedure.
6. Accountable for the verification of all data entry for patient demographic
information.
7. Perform visual preventive safety inspections and complete tube warm-up
procedures as necessary.
8. Record and report dangerous department or equipment conditions to appropriate
personnel.
9. Maintain necessary inventory of supplies for assigned area.
10. Document accurately and concisely, collecting appropriate clinical history for
radiologist.
11. Knowledgeable of the radiographic equipment used and related accessories.
12. Must be able to work independently, ability to exercise judgment and make
decisions.
13. Answer phones.
Duties and Responsibilities continued:
14. Coordinate and perform all department clerical work; including filing of reports,
scheduling patients, retrieving of prior studies
15. Assist physicians and other staff in retrieving radiographic exams and reports.
16. Maintain professional acumen through professional organizations and
educational programs.
17. Responsible for maintaining a safe and hygienic environment.
18. Maintain continuing education requirements and CPR certification.
19. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Essential Job Behaviors:
Customer Service:
 Speak to callers, patients, physicians, other staff and anyone you interact with
during your assigned work hours in a polite, courteous, understandable manner
that projects Primary Care Associates interest in providing high quality customer
service.
 Complete x-ray exams in a timely, professional manner.
 Demonstrate a team spirit through cooperative, supportive professional work
relationships
 Comply with company policies and procedures.
 Maintain regular scheduled hours.
 Assures patient confidentiality and continuity of care according to HIPPA.
Safety:
All employees are expected to help maintain and promote a safe work environment.
Primary Care Associates is a smoke-free environment.
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I can perform the essential job duties _____ with or _____ without reasonable
accommodations. _____ Initials
I have read and understand the requirements of this position. I further understand that
this is a summary of job responsibilities and does not imply contractual relationships and
is subject to change in order to meet organizational needs.
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