OR Radiologic Technologist II

Medical University of South Carolina; Orleans Estates (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to support the Imaging department. Operates X-ray equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes.

Responsibilities include performing routine radiographs and minor interventional procedures under supervision, with a rotating schedule and on-site duties. Must have ARRT registration and licensure, and BLS is required; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• ARRT registration required; SC Radiation Quality Standards licensure required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic radiographs and minor interventional procedures under radiologist supervision.
• Operate X-ray equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes.
• Rotate through shifts with flexible call schedule and on-site work environment.

Skills

EPIC software

PACS archiving

Siemens equipment

Siemens C-arm knowledge

Vascular supplies

Multitasking

Team player

Independent work

Effective communication

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for providing technical and clinical support to the Imaging department. Operates X-ray equipment for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes.

Monday – Friday 4/10 hour shifts 7am – 530pm with 1-2 possible late shifts a week.

Flexible call schedule (roughly 8 per month) varies with rotation.

Key Skills

• Knowledge of EPIC software
• Familiar with PACS archiving
• Knowledge of Hybrid Siemens equipment/Advanced Vascular features & Troubleshooting (Pheno/Zeego)
• Knowledge of Siemens Portable C-arm functions to include digital subtraction, road mapping, measurements etc.
• Familiar with Vascular supplies to include balloons, diagnostic catheters, wires, sheaths etc.
• Multitasking abilities
• Team player
• Works independently
• Communicates effectively

Job Description

Perform routine diagnostic radiographs and are responsible for performing minor interventional procedures under the supervision of a radiologist and/or licensed fluoroscopic supervisor while Radiologic Technologists III independently perform the most complex technical and/or invasive procedures.

Additional Job Description

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• Experience: At least two years of modality-specific work experience required.
• Registration/Certification: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• Skill Set: Fully competent in advanced modality skill sets and flexible to rotate.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture: Standing continuous, Sitting continuous, Walking continuous, Climbing stairs infrequent, Working indoors continuous, Working outdoors (temperature extremes) infrequent, Working from elevated areas frequent, Working in confined/cramped spaces frequent, Kneeling infrequent, Bending at the waist continuous, Twisting at the waist frequent, Squatting frequent.
• Manual Dexterity & Strength: Pinching operations frequent, Gross motor use (fingers/hands) continuous, Firm grasping (fingers/hands) continuous, Fine manipulation (fingers/hands) continuous, Reaching overhead frequent, Reaching in all directions continuous, Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders) continuous, Full use of both legs continuous, Balance & coordination (lower extremities) frequent.
• Lifting & Force Requirements: Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted infrequent, Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36” infrequent, Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead infrequent, Exert up to 50 lbs. of force frequent. Examples: Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force, Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force, Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force.
• Vision & Sensory: Maintain corrected vision 20/40 continuous, Recognize objects (near/far) continuous, Color discrimination continuous, Depth perception continuous, Peripheral vision continuous, Hearing acuity continuous, Tactile sensory function continuous, Gross motor with fine motor coordination continuous, Olfactory (smell) function continuous, Respirator use qualification continuous.

Work Environment & Conditions

• Effective stress management continuous
• Rotating shifts frequent
• Overtime as required frequent
• Latex-safe environment continuous

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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