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SHIFT:Day (United States of America)Seeking Breakthrough MakersChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care-and your career.CHOP's Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionCHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children.We strongly encourage all candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply.A Brief Overview
The Radiology Clinical Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic procedures, delegated clinical and administrative duties in a medical support role consistent with the technologist's education, training, and experience. The Radiology Tech is also responsible for greeting patents and families, collecting & entering demographic and insurance information, collecting payments associated with services rendered and reconciliation of daily services. In addition, other duties necessary to facilitate efficient and timely services to patients and their families such as answering phones, and obtaining appropriate insurance referrals and authorizations as needed per insurance guidelines. Responsibilities may include working with medical records, following HIPAA guidelines.
Performs other patient care assignments as directed.What you will do
Radiology: Performs all general diagnostic techniques and examinations according to the procedures determined by the radiologist and the requesting physician. Manually schedules exams in IDX-Rad. and completes Epic procedures for radiology testing. Identify, develop and digitize patient films. Maintain appropriate record of exams. Complies with all quality assurance practices. Complete CEU's as required for licensure and/or registration.
Other responsibilities associated with this position may include but are not limited to:
Orthopaedics: Able to apply all types of casting materials (plaster/fiberglass) independently with the surgeon on the premises as patient care requires. Cast application includes: short arm casts, long arm casts, short leg casts, long leg casts, cylinder casts, splints (arm/leg), finger splits and all soft goods. Safely remove all types of casts without patient injury with surgeon on the premises. Assist surgeon in application/removal of casts. Maintain adequate supplies of slings, splints and casting materials. Order supplies as needed.; participate in product trials as appropriate. Ensure presence and maintenance of cast saws and other cast removal equipment. Complete patient billing process as assigned. Instruct patients and families on cast care. Participate in yearly mandatory competency skills revalidation classes on casting at the Main Campus.
Phlebotomy: Process test orders and performs phlebotomy as ordered by the respective clinician. Using established procedures: performs venipuncture and capillary phlebotomy; follows all safety and infection control rules; enters information in the appropriate computer system; participate in yearly mandatory competency skill revalidation on Main Campus.
Patient Flow: Using CHOP standards, policy and procedures, assists medical and nursing staff by: obtaining and recording physical measurements: weight, height, head circumference, growth chart completion; obtain and record vital signs along with pain screening; document da a specific to department requirements, i.e., EPIC vs. paper; perform basic laboratory testing on the premises within POCT standards; perform electrocardiograms(EKG) and Holter monitor using age specific standards; ability to identify patients in distress and notify appropriate care team member in a timely fashion; clean and sterilize medical instruments using health system standards; order supplies and stock exam rooms. Participate in yearly mandatory competency skills revalidation.
Intake: Responsible for promptly and positively greeting patients and families, while assuring an efficient check in process and telephone encounters ;all according to pre-established practice guidelines.
Verifying accurately entering essential patient information into the hospital registration and scheduling system with a 90% accuracy.
Reconciliation of daily services to include collection and processing of payments received, schedule follow up appointments, & enter diagnosis codes according to pre-established practice guidelines.
Other areas of responsibility may include answering telephones, daily maintenance voicemail retrieval and accurate message transcription and follow through, distribution of mail, and clerical duties as assigned.
Daily maintenance of patient records and provider schedules while following HIPAA guidelinesEducation Qualifications
High School Diploma / GED Required
Technical Diploma Radiologic Technology RequiredExperience Qualifications
Pediatric experience Preferred
At least one (1) year related experience PreferredSkills and Abilities
Knowledge of Computed Radiography (CR) Radiology Equipment
Ability to react and communicate clearly, calmly and effectively
Perform care according to developmental age of the patient
Ability to work effectively in a teamLicenses and Certifications
Radiology Technologist (RT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) - upon hire - Required
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - within 3 months - RequiredTo carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine.Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.|Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability or protected veteran status.