Radiology Tech II

Radiology Technician II

SSM Health

Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367

Posted year ago

  • Job Type(s)

    Temporary

  • Industry

    Healthcare

  • Work Schedule

    Day Shift

  • Job Description

    Radiology Tech II

    It's more than a career, it's a calling

    MO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis

    Worker Type:

    PRN

    Job Highlights:

    Exciting Opportunity for Radiology Technologist!!

    Dayshift - Fulltime position !

    SSM Health has an exciting opportunity to join our Radiology team. SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital is a growing hospital right on Lake St Louis. Growth opportunities into specialized modalities. Come and join our team and have a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference for patients!

    Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for qualified candidates!

    **Sign on bonuses are for external qualified candidates. Internal candidates, please check with your recruiter to see what options are available for you.

    Job Summary:

    Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. This position performs plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR exams and/or plain films and Bone Density (BD registry required).

    Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding. Provides appropriate educational material.
    • Transports patients to and from clinical areas and verifies patient identity according to policies and procedures.Prepares patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.
    • Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
    • Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
    • Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
    • Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
    • Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
    • Maintainsa clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
    • May perform limited CT procedures in emergent situations when CT Technologist is not on site.
    • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.


    EDUCATION

    • Associate's degree or completion of a radiology certification program


    EXPERIENCE

    • No experience required

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Constant standing and walking.
    • Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
    • Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
    • Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
    • Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
    • Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
    • Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
    • Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
    • Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
    • Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
    • Rare kneeling and sitting.

    Licenses / Certifications:

    ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA), FUTURE - ARRT-R Radiography within 6 months - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), FUTURE - Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) within 90 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA), Radiologic Technologists Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

    Work Shift:

    Day Shift (United States of America)

    Job Type:

    Employee

    Department:

    Scheduled Weekly Hours:40

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