Summary
PRIMARY FUNCTION
The X-Ray Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing diagnostic medical x-rays and laboratory testing procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Serology, Microbiology and Spirometry. The X-ray Lab Technician performs phlebotomy including venipuncture, finger sticks and heel sticks for pediatric patients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list may not include all the duties that may be assigned.
Performs diagnostic medical x-rays. Reports final radiology results, including positive and critical findings.
Performs laboratory-testing procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Serology, Microbiology and Spirometry.
Reports laboratory results to a healthcare clinician. Alerts the healthcare clinician of any critical or out of range values. Documents critical reports.
Performs phlebotomy including venipuncture, finger sticks and heel sticks for patients ranging in age from newborn to 18 or 20 years old.
Prepares specimens for reference lab send outs including labeling, resulting, and billing information.
Performs and documents daily/weekly/monthly quality control, including instrument maintenance.
Maintains inventory of lab supplies, reorders, and stocks supply.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
Minimum associate degree required.
Graduation from a Radiology program (RT or BMO) required.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 1 year of experience with x-ray in healthcare setting required.
Laboratory procedures and phlebotomy preferred.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION
CPR required.
Florida Department of Health License (RT or BMO), Florida Department of Health Certified Radiologic Technologist License and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or Florida Department of Health Basic Machine Operators License for X-Ray required.
Phlebotomy required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of diagnostic medical x-rays with x-ray processing
Knowledge of laboratory quality control requirements
Knowledge of universal precaution procedures in medical safety practices
Skilled in phlebotomy
Ability to communicate and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and the public.
Ability to assess emergency situations and act accordingly.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology
Ability to organize tasks.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Patient-facing
Indoor work
Operating computer
Exposure to hazards
Reach outward, reach above shoulder.
Manual Dexterity
Lift/Carry 10 lbs. or less.
Sitting, walking, squatting, kneeling, or bending.
OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Vision
Sense of sound
Sense of smell
Sense of touch
Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE)
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Understands and follows proper x-ray techniques outlined in the manual for Pediatric Associates x-ray scope of practice.
Reports x-ray and laboratory results correctly, accurately and in a timely manner to healthcare clinicians.
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