Radiologic Technologist I- Kershaw

Medical University of South Carolina; Camden (SC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Radiology Technologist I performs radiographic procedures with sound understanding of anatomy and physiology, showing initiative and technical competency under minimal supervision. The role includes applying ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adults and children and supporting the OR and Imaging Department as needed.

Required are graduation from an accredited radiologic technology program, ARRT registration or eligibility, SC license, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• Must be registered or registry eligible with ARRT and licensed by SC Radiation Quality Standards Association.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required; either AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or Red Cross CPR/Healthcare Provider.
• Temporary SCRQSA license acceptable but must obtain ARRT Radiology Registration within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Will work in the OR and Imaging Department as needed.
• Apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and/or pediatric radiology.

Skills

Communication skills

Stress management

Computer literacy

Overtime flexibility

Education

Radiologic technology degree

ARRT certification/registry

SC license requirement

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Radiology Technologist I radiographic procedures at a technical level requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology, a high degree of technical competency and with the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with a minimum of supervision. Apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and/or pediatric radiology. Other duties as deemed necessary.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001385 KER - CT Scan (KMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-26

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

*** Will work in the OR and Imaging Department as needed ***

**$20,000 Sign on Bonus**

Entity/Organization:

MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center)

FLSA Status

Hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Job Description/Summary

The Radiology Technologist I radiographic procedures at a technical level requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology, a high degree of technical competency and with the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with a minimum of supervision. Apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and/or pediatric radiology. Other duties as deemed necessary.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations and Education

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology. Must be registered or registry eligible with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association. 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.Temporary B SCRQSA license acceptable but must obtain ARRT Radiology Registration within 1 year of hire date.

Additional New Requirements

Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Computer literacy. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, equipment as required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) *Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Frequent) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Frequent) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)*

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology
Work Experience: 5 years for support or 0-2 years for professionalMust be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 12 months. Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology. Experience: Zero to two years of modality specific work experience. Registration/Certification: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 6 months of hire. 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.

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