IMAGING TECHNOLOGIST - WEEKEND ONLY

Aspirus, Inc; Laurium, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

PTO accrual from day one

Retirement plan with match

Wellness program

Job summary

Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Laurium, MI is seeking an Imaging Technologist to join our Radiology team and perform radiographic exams for patients of all ages in accordance with physician orders and departmental policies.

This full-time role (0.8 FTE, 64 hours per pay period) includes weekend work. Applicants should have a radiology certificate or associate degree, ARRT(R) registry, CPR certification, and a strong commitment to radiation safety.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of radiology standards and procedures as per approved radiology school.
• Active ARRT (R) registry.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic exams on patients of all ages according to orders and policies.
• Identifies patient, verifies orders, obtains history as needed, and documents information.
• Prepares patient for procedures and provides instructions to obtain desired results and minimize anxiety.
• Operates radiographic equipment and accessories to perform procedures.

Skills

ARRT registry (R)

CPR certified

Radiography knowledge

Radiology safety

Education

Certificate or Associate Degree in Radiology

Tools

Radiographic equipment

Job description

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.

These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Laurium, MI is seeking a IMAGING TECHNOLOGIST to join our RADIOLOGY team!

Duties include:

• Performs radiographic exams on patients of all ages and acuity according to physician orders and departmental policies and procedures
• Whenever applicable, demonstrates understanding and applies provisions for the needs of specific age groups in terms of their physical and motor development, psychosocial development, and intellectual/language development.
• Confirms patient identity, verifies physician orders, verifies informed consent as needed, and obtains clinical history.
• Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Prepares patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
• Selects and operates radiographic equipment and/or associated accessories to successfully perform procedures.

HOURS: This position is Full Time; 0.8 FTE or 64 hours per pay period. WEEKEND ONLY.

Experience/Qualifications

• Knowledge of radiology standards and procedures normally acquired through graduation from an approved radiology school with a certificate or Associate Degree in Radiology.
• Possesses and maintains active ARRT (R) (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) registry.
• Current CPR certification necessary.
• Possesses expert knowledge of and applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one!
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital is a 25-bed hospital grounded in a strong tradition of community and patient-focused care. We are a non-profit, community-directed health care organization based in Laurium, Michigan, with clinics and outreach services in Laurium, Calumet, Houghton and Lake Linden. Aspirus Keweenaw is part of the Aspirus, Inc. exclusive hospital and clinic network, home health and hospice care, pharmacy, critical care, rehab fitness center, medical goods and philanthropic foundation.

This is one of three hospitals in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the Aspirus family: joining Aspirus Ironwood and Aspirus Iron River Hospital.

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit aspirus.org.

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