Radiologic Technologist - CT .9 FTE 2nd shift

Waverly Health Center; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Waverly Health Center is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiographic procedures across various modalities and to operate imaging equipment with accuracy.

You will position patients, ensure comfort, and maintain image quality while following safety and regulatory guidelines. The role includes charting, coding, and assisting radiologists as needed to support high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Completed formal Radiologic Technology training and ARRT registration or eligibility.
• Must possess Iowa credential (Permit to Practice).
• Certifications: General Radiology; Mammography; MRI and CT per skill set; MRI CT certification timelines apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic procedures including mammography, CT, MRI, and Dexa as trained.
• Operate radiography equipment and accessories to perform procedures.
• Position and immobilize patients, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Operate mobile x-ray equipment across departments.
• Verify image quality and proper patient identification for records.

Skills

ARRT registration

Iowa license

English fluency

Computer systems literacy

On-call availability

Education

ARRT-approved Radiologic Technology program

Iowa Permit to Practice

Tools

PACS

Online training modules

Employee timesheet system

Performance appraisal system

Job description

FTE/Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.90 / 36 / 2nd Shift (United States of America) Monday through Friday Eligible for Full-Time Benefits Holiday Rotation

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Perform radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures:
   • Performs additional radiology services as trained or certified, to include mammography, CT, MRI, and/or Dexa.
   • Selects and operates radiography equipment, imaging, and/or associated accessories to successfully perform procedures.
   • Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
   • Immobilizes patients as required for appropriate examination.
   • Operates mobile x-ray equipment in other departments throughout the organization.
   • May perform non-interpretive fluoroscopic procedures as appropriate and consistent with applicable state statutes.
   • Evaluates radiographs or images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.
2. Patient records and billing:
   • Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
   • Responsible for coding signs and symptoms, diseases, operations, and procedures in accordance to ICD-10-CM and CPT coding principles to ensure Medicare and other insurance coverage. Responsible for obtaining patient waivers when procedures are not deemed as medically necessary.
   • Completes all billing charges, notes, and other required paperwork in a timely manner.
3. Patient education and service:
   • Prepares patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
   • Provides patient education.
   • Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data in order to alert licensed practitioners to possible contradictions for procedure.
   • Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures.
4. Quality and Safety:
   • Determines radiographic technique exposure factors.
   • Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
   • Participates in the department’s quality assessment and improvement plan.
   • May be responsible for specific quality control duties in the assigned area.
   • Performs daily quality control tests as described by MQSA. Reports and corrects any deviations from the standard.
   • Practices aseptic techniques as necessary.
   • Reports equipment malfunction and provides input on equipment and supply decision.
5. Understands methods and is capable of performing venipunctures.
6. In agreement with state statute(s) and/or where institutional policy permits, prepares, identifies, and/or administers contrast media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
7. Works with Radiologists and other licensed medical practitioners:
   • Verifies informed consent for and assists a licensed practitioner with interventional procedures.
   • Assists licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized interventional radiography procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education, Experience, and Training
   • Must have successfully completed formal Radiologic Technology training in an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) approved program and be registered (or eligible for registry) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiology.
   • Must possess valid State of Iowa credential (i.e. Iowa Permit to Practice).
   • Must possess the following certifications, based on skill set:
     • Radiologic Technologist- must be registered through ARRT in General Radiology and possess valid permit to practice from the Iowa Department of Public Health.
     • Radiologic Technologist: Mammography- Mammography technologist must possess or obtain certification within 24 months after appropriate training is complete and application process is initiated.
     • Radiologic Technologist: MRI- MRI technologist must possess or obtain MRI certification within 24 months after appropriate training is complete and application process is initiated. MRI Technologist with 2 plus years of experience but not yet certified must possess certification 18 months after hire.
     • Radiologic Technologist: CT technologist must possess or obtain CT certification. Technologists hired to train on job with no experience must obtain certification within 24 months after appropriate training is complete and application process is initiated. CT Technologist with 2 plus years of experience but not yet certified must possess certification 18 months after hire.
     • As of 3/1/2022; current staff working towards advanced certification must possess certification within 24 months. This process will be monitored by Radiology Department Manager.
     • On call technologists must arrive within 30 minutes.
   • Previous experience in area of licensure is preferred.
   • Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required.
   • Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.
2. Physical Requirements
   • Sitting – Approximately 25% of shift.
   • Standing– Approximately 50% of shift.
   • Walking – Approximately 25% of shift.
   • Lifting – Approximately 35 pounds. Must use, and require staff to use, when in hospital and pre-hospital settings, proper body mechanics and ergonomics and, as applicable, lifting/moving devices.
   • Twisting – Infrequent.
   • Bending – Moderate.
   • Squat/Kneel – Occasionally less than 25% of shift.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her manager. Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship with the Waverly Health Center.

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