Clinic Radiology & Lab Technician | UMC Family Medicine at Orchard Park | UMC Physicians

Job description

We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas®. _____________________________________________________________ **Join UMC Physicians: Where Employee Satisfaction Soars at 96%!** Summary Title: Clinic Radiology/Laboratory Technician Clinic: UMC Family Medicine at Orchard Park We are seeking a full-time Clinic Radiology Technician to work closely with patients when performing radiologic imagining procedures and laboratory services. Preferred Characteristics: • Goal oriented • Professional demeanor and appearance • Servant’s heart • Punctual and dependable • Works with a sense of urgency Availability Requirements: • Ability to work 40 hours per week • 8AM-6PM, Monday – Friday Our Mission: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Our Vision: To be the best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Benefits: UMC Physicians offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible full-time employees. Benefits include: • Paid Time Off • Sick Pay • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance • Employer Paid Group Life and Voluntary Life Insurance • Short Term Disability Insurance • Long Term Disability (after 2 years of employment) • Critical Illness, Accident and Cancer Insurance • Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts • 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match • Employee Assistance Program Note: Some benefits require an employee contribution to participate. Essential Job Functions: The Laboratory/Radiology Technician must demonstrate acceptable radiographic skills, laboratory and phlebotomy skills, and the judgment and ability to work independently, along with being assigned senior/management responsibilities as they apply to equipment/supply maintenance and inventory, billing and meeting accreditation standards. Under the Director and Clinic Manager, the Lab/Radiology Technician assists in patient care and obtains diagnostic images of the patient, performs waived and moderate complexity biological and chemical analyses on patient specimens and performs phlebotomy procedures. The position involves carefully giving the patient proper instruction, reassurance, and respect. The Lab/Rad Tech taking direction from the medical provider regarding which area of the patient’s body requires imaging, explaining the procedure and answering questions regarding the procedure, positioning and adjusting patients and equipment, following best practices such as patient shielding, obtaining diagnostic images of the patient, and making any required documentation in the patient’s medical record. The Radiology Technician is also responsible for maintaining radiology supplies and/or inventory and keeping a safe and clean working environment. Education and Experience Requirements: • High School diploma required. • Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology from a CAHEA-approved program required. • Associate degree in chemical, physical, or biological science or medical laboratory technology. • Must be AART/TMB certified, MT (ASCP), MLT (ASCP), PBT (ASCP) or equivalent. • One year of experience as a Lab Technician/Radiology Technician is desired. • Venipuncture experience is preferred. • Experience in a clinic setting is preferred. Skills and Abilities: • Excellent communications skills. • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. • Experience in medical operations. • Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment. • Ability to shoot and process x-rays. • Ability to draw and process labs. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients of all ages and types of disabilities, medical staff and the public. • Must meet and maintain quality control standards. • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. • Ability to communicate effectively and clearly with patients and their family. Physical Capabilities: Work is of medium demand. Standing, walking most of the time on duty. Lifting and pushing patients, carts, and wheelchairs. Adequate hand/eye coordination and find motor skills required. Good tactile sensation is necessary for checking patients. Talking and hearing is essential in instructing the supervising nursing personnel and in receiving doctors’ orders and patient’s condition reports. Near visual acuity for accurate recording of patients’ charts. Environmental Conditions: Works in a well-lit, heated, and ventilated building. Hours may vary to accommodate needs in the department. Exposure of blood borne pathogens is of high risk. Requires exposure to communicable diseases and body fluids. All electrical safety precautions must be used when running the instrument. Limitations and disclaimer: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. _____________________________________________________________________ UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.​*