Imaging Specialist II, X-Ray

US Lawns; Hawaii; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

21 vacation days

21 sick days

Medical/dental/vision/prescription

Employee assistance program

Retirement plan

Loan repayment programs

Job summary

Honoka'a Hospital, part of Hawaiʻi Health Systems Corporation’s East Hawaii Region, seeks an Imaging Specialist II to perform diagnostic radiologic examinations with a focus on patient safety and high-quality care. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and staff to deliver timely imaging services across the lifespan.

Requirements include a JRCERT-accredited bachelor’s degree, 6 months imaging experience, ARRT Radiography certification, and BLS within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a JRCERT-recognized program or equivalent experience.
• 6 months of imaging technologist experience.
• ARRT certification in Radiography and BLS within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations and specialized imaging procedures per orders and protocols.
• Position patients, administer contrast media as required, and explain procedures to patients.
• Operate and maintain imaging equipment, monitor image quality, and transfer images via PACS/EMR.
• Assist physicians and staff with procedures while following radiation and patient safety guidelines.
• Collect clinical information, obtain consent when required, and maintain patient records.
• Engage in quality assurance, ongoing education, and cross-training to support operations.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Radiologic procedures knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree (JRCERT)

Tools

PACS

EMR systems

Job description

Job Description

Join Honoka'a Hospital and be part of a team that proudly cares for our friends, family, and neighbors across East Hawaiʻi.

Honoka'a Hospital is seeking a skilled and patient-focused Imaging Specialist II to join our Imaging Services team. This position performs diagnostic radiologic examinations using advanced imaging equipment while ensuring high-quality patient care, safety, and compliance with departmental and regulatory standards. The Imaging Specialist II works closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide timely and accurate diagnostic imaging services for patients across the lifespan.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations and specialized imaging procedures in accordance with physician orders, department protocols, and quality standards.
• Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures, administer contrast media as required, and ensure patients understand examination processes.
• Operate and maintain imaging equipment, monitor image quality, and ensure timely transfer of images through PACS and electronic medical record systems.
• Assist physicians and clinical staff with specialized procedures while adhering to infection control, radiation safety, and patient safety guidelines.
• Collect and document pertinent clinical information, obtain informed consent when required, and maintain accurate patient records.
• Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, continuing education, and cross-training opportunities to support departmental operations and patient care excellence.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from a program recognized by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience.

Experience

• Six (6) months of progressively responsible professional imaging technologist experience demonstrating knowledge of diagnostic imaging procedures and techniques.

Certification

• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in Radiography [ARRT(R)].
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six (6) months of employment.

Licensure

• Current State of Hawaii Radiologic Technologist License as a Radiographer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience performing a variety of diagnostic and specialized imaging procedures.
• Knowledge of PACS, electronic medical records, radiation safety practices, and quality assurance processes.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and patient care skills.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, standby, and callback assignments as needed.

Join Honoka'a Hospital and become part of a dedicated healthcare team committed to providing exceptional diagnostic imaging services and high-quality patient care to the Hawaii Island community.

Company Description

As the Big Island’s leading providers of inpatient and outpatient care, the East Hawaii Region of Hawai`i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC), consisting of Hilo Benioff Medical Center, Honoka'a Hospital, Ka′u Hospital, Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home, East Hawaii Medical Group and East Hawaii Health Pharmacy, delivers a full range of services and programs. Our three hospitals include 290 beds and more than 1,900 employees. Our medical staff is comprised of 250 physicians, physician assistants and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, representing 33 specialties. East Hawaii Health is our network of clinics offering primary and specialty care. Hilo Benioff Medical Center functions as a Level III Trauma Center, which includes the second busiest emergency room in the state, providing 24-hour care and serving more than 50,000 patients annually. Honoka'a Hospital and Ka′u Hospital are designated as Critical Access Hospitals. To learn more about the East Hawaii Region, please watch our Video Yearbook or visit www.hbmc.org, www.honokaahospital.org or www.kauhospital.org.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays each year (104 hours); 14 (112 hours) during election years*
• 21 paid vacation days (168 hours) per year*
• 21 paid sick days (168 hours) per year*
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Participation in the State of Hawaii’s retirement system
• Potential eligibility for various student loan repayment & scholarship programs

* Rates listed for paid holidays, vacation and sick days are for 1.0 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) positions assigned to 8 hour shifts. Accruals for these benefits are otherwise prorated based on FTE.

Pre-Employment Health Requirements

Offers of employment will be contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment examination, which includes a drug screen and other regulatory medical requirements such as, but not limited to, a tuberculosis (TB) screen. The cost for drug screening and blood draw for QuantiFERON and Titers, shall be borne by the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

Pre-Employment Assessments for External Candidates

As part of the recruiting process for this position, external applicants (job applicants NOTemployed byHHSC’s East Hawaii Region)are required to complete pre-employment assessments shortly after application submission. If you are notan employee of the East Hawaii Region of HHSC, youwill receive an email containing assessment instructions. We ask that you complete the assessments within two days of receipt of the request.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The East Hawaii Region of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Shift Details

Must be available to work shifts, weekends and holidays as necessary based on hospital operations. Services are provided 24/7.

Hire Above the Minimum

This position is being hired above the minimum step.