Job description

Position Summary / Scope of Responsibility:

The Centers for Advanced Orthopaedics LLC (CAO) is one of the nations largest Orthopaedics practices, owned and operated by physicians, with over 60 locations across Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the District of Columbia. With approximately 2,000 employees, working in 28 Divisions, CAO is a growing business with revenues of approximately $250 Million. CAO is committed to be the Orthopaedics provider of choice for our patients; partner of choice for payors and health systems; and employer of choice by attracting and retaining a talented workforce.

The Radiology Technologist performs clinical and administrative duties as part of the Divisional clinical team. The Radiology Technologist works under the supervision of a physician and performs patient triage, care protocols, and patient follow up as indicated. This position supports timely and optimal patient flow with a focus on the positive patient experience and highest quality of care. Documents as appropriate in the medical record.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Performs x-rays in accordance with medical provider orders; forwards images to the appropriate radiologist for over-reads; maintains x-ray equipment and adheres to safety standards.
• Cleans, stocks, and sterilizes equipment in addition to cleaning and preparing patient rooms for care delivery.
• Contributes to the achievement of established Division and/or department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
• Delivers patient care consistent with policy and with high regard for patient/ employee safety and quality of care.
• Maintains knowledge of and appropriately enters information into the electronic medical record.
• Helps to manage patient flow with consistent and frequent communication with patients and other members of the clinical team.
• Performs patient follow up calls for lab tests, patient experience, and clinical results in accordance with policy and in a professional manner.
• Supports other members of the team during downtime or bottlenecks in patient processing.
• Supports the medical provider in patient examination, testing and education.
• Complies with all governmental and CAO/Divisional guidelines, completing all assigned training by the associated deadlines.

Requirements, Education and Experience:

• Associates degree or equivalent, and completion of an approved RT program.
• ARRT Certification; must have Maryland, Virginia and/or DC State Licensure as applicable to the position.
• CPR for Healthcare Providers certification.
• 2+ years of medical office experience strongly preferred.

Competencies / Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills to promote positive relationships with CAO and non-CAO physicians and other personnel.
• Clinical competence as assessed during initial probationary period and evaluated at minimum annually thereafter.
• Excellent customer service and patient experience skills.
• Proficiency in Windows based office technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Able to work independently.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and charting in same.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in the English language.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Radiology

Schedule:

• Day shift

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Germantown, MD: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• ARRT Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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