OR Radiologic Technologist II

Medical University of South Carolina; Town of Charleston (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina Imaging department seeks a Radiologic Technologist to provide technical and clinical support, operating X-ray equipment for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Graduation from an accredited radiologic technology program is required with ARRT registration and SC licensure. BLS is required; ACLS preferred. Flexibility for 4/10 hour shifts and monthly call rotation is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• ARRT registration is required.
• SC Radiation Quality Standards Association licensure required.
• Current BLS certification required (AHA/BLS or Red Cross).
• ACLS is preferred.
• Fully competent in advanced modality skill sets and rotation flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic radiographs and minor interventional procedures under supervision of a radiologist or supervisor; Radiologic Technologists III handles the most complex procedures.

Skills

Multitasking abilities

Team player

Works independently

Communicates effectively

Education

Radiologic technology program graduate

ARRT registered

SC licensure

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Tools

EPIC

PACS

Siemens equipment

Siemens C-arm

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 – 530 pm with 1-2 possible late shifts a week.
Flexible call schedule (roughly 8 per month) varies with rotation.

• 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

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000569 CHS - OR (ART)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

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 (one or both eyes): Continuous
• Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous
• Color discrimination: Continuous
• Depthperception: Continuous
• Peripheral vision: Continuous
• Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous
• Tactile sensory function: Continuous
• Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous
• Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
• Respiratoruse qualification: Continuous
• Work Environment & Conditions
• Effective stress management: Continuous
• Rotating shifts: Frequent
• Overtime asrequired: Frequent
• Latex-safe environment: Continuous

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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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