CT/X-ray Tech - PRN - Nights

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday premium pay

Shift and weekend differential pay

401(k) with 6% employer match

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Equipment Operator to work under physician supervision, ensuring proper patient identity and safety. The role includes operating radiology equipment and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care.

Candidates need an Associate degree or equivalent, ARRT registration, and a current BLS card. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Current BLS card required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiology equipment under physician supervision.
• Ensure proper patient identity and confirm physician orders.
• Maintain effective communication and professional relationships.

Skills

Knowledge of human anatomy

Patient safety competency

Verifying physician orders

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Registered by ARRT in Radiography

Job description

Position Summary

Operates radiology equipment, typically under physician supervision.

Essential Responsibilities

• Ensure proper patient identity by checking two forms of identification per hospital policy, and confirming physician orders.
• Attend and complete all mandatory meetings and in-services, as well as assigned continuing education.
• Complete and maintain departmental competency checklists.
• Effectively utilize resources and time.
• Identify and report issues and concerns to effectively solve problems.
• Show interest and actively participate in Process Improvement projects, both departmentally and hospital wide.
• Collaborate with others in a team environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Communicate exam requirements, risks and benefits to ease anxiety and obtain informed consent.
• Use proper radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation dose to patients, fetus, staff and self in accordance with the ALARA principle.
• Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
• Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act privacy and security regulations regarding PHI.
• Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.

General Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned.

No People Management Responsibilities

This position does not involve managing team members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school in Radiologic Technology or one‑year experience working as an Imaging Associate.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography (ARRT (R)). New grads must be registered within 90 days of hire.
• Current BLS card within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first. Acceptable courses are American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.

Preferred Qualifications

None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of human anatomy and proper radiological positioning in accordance with departmental protocols.
• Demonstrates competency in ensuring patient safety at all times.
• Completes continuing education biannually in accordance with Kansas State and ARRT regulations for current licensing and registration purposes.
• Demonstrates ability to verify physician orders, insure proper reason for procedures and safely administer imaging contrast agents.

Physical Requirements

• With or without accommodation.
• Light Work: Occasionally exerting up to 25 lbs, frequently up to 10 lbs.
• 11–25% of the day may be standing or walking.

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday premium pay
• Shift and weekend differential pay
• 401(k) with 6% employer match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Employee assistance program

EEO Statement

We provide equal employment opportunities and participate in E-Verify.