Radiologic Technologist II - Call-In

Kaiser Permanente; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KAISER in Honolulu, Hawaii seeks a Radiologic Technologist II - Call-In to perform and assist radiologic examinations across departments, including OR and ED, while maintaining safety and efficiency. You will operate radiology systems, coordinate with radiologists, and ensure patient care is compassionate and accurate.

A Hawaii-licensed radiographer with ARRT certification and BLS is required, with preferred trauma/fluoroscopy experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year (2,080 hours) general radiology experience as a registered technologist.
• Associates degree in radiologic technology or two years directly related experience.
• Hawaii Radiographer License required at hire.
• ARRT Certification required at hire.
• Basic Life Support (AHA) required at hire.
• Preferred: trauma, fluoroscopic, and surgery experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiologic examinations according to departmental protocols within diagnostic imaging, OR, ED and patient rooms.
• Operates general radiology, fluoroscopy and portable imaging systems; communicates with Radiologists and nurses as needed.
• Ensures patient safety, privacy and data entry accuracy; identifies patients and reviews orders and histories.
• Prepares sterile fields, contrast agents, and maintains supplies for procedures.
• Post-processes images and transmits them to PACS; cites fluoroscopy times and ALARA measures.
• Rotates on-call responsibilities and mentors new personnel as needed.

Skills

ALARA Principles

On-call rotation

Education

Associates degree in radiologic technology

Radiographer License (Hawaii)

ARRT Certification

Job description

Job Summary

Under direct and indirect supervision, provides general radiology and fluoroscopic imaging in the radiology, emergency department, surgery and portable bedside service areas.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs radiologic examinations according to departmental protocols within diagnostic imaging department as well as operating room, emergency department and hospital patient rooms; positions patients, provides immobilization devices as required and selects technical factor that will result in optimum imaging for each individual patient. Reviews orders, correlates patients clinical history with exam being performed; reviews previous studies when follow up and progressive studies are requested. Consults with attending Radiologists and Registered Nurses as needed.
• Follows all National Patient Safety Goals. Receives and double identifies patients using appropriate criteria prior to performing the study ordered. Ensures accuracy of information and data entry, while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality. Captures required documentation in Radiology Information System (RIS.) Assists with screening patients for contraindications.
• Prepares sterile fields and contrast agents; prepares floor stock medications; ensures sterility of surgical packs, trays and disposables to be used in assigned area. Maintains appropriate and adequate supplies during the procedures.
• Assists radiologist during fluoroscopic procedures. Operates the general radiology, fluoroscopy and portable imaging systems; and understands all system features and performance capabilities.
• Post processes/reviews images as required; prepares images for Radiologist interpretation, and transmits images to the Diagnostic Imaging PACS system.
• Maintains working knowledge of all department equipment and devices. Reports equipment malfunctions appropriately; reports accidents and/or unusual incidents as well as unsafe conditions to appropriate administrative personnel.
• Assumes responsibilities for the needs of patient during procedure. Provides service-oriented communication with patient; explaining procedure; answering questions. Emphasizes a personalized, individualized, compassionate patient care atmosphere at all times. Dismisses patients for transport and/or assists with patient transport at end of procedure.
• Provides instructions on appropriate safety measures to patients, family members, and hospital staff as required; ensures appropriate safety precautions are followed. Applies appropriate measures (ALARA Principles) for minimizing radiation exposure to patients and self. Records fluoroscopy time used during procedures.
• Functions as part of resuscitation team during Code Blue and/or Rapid Response Team situations.
• Maintains all materials needed and linen supply on daily basis; maintains general order and cleanliness of room assigned.
• Rotates and shares on call responsibilities for General Radiology service areas.
• Orients and trains (mentors) new personnel regarding subsection operations as needed.
• Accepts responsibilities of direct supervision of student technologists during their clinical assignments.
• Pursues ongoing continuing education.
• Attends departmental meetings and/or in-service presentations as needed or required. Reads and initials minutes of such meetings when excused absence precludes attendance.

Basic Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year (2,080 hours) general radiology experience as a registered technologist.

Education

• Associates degree in radiologic technology from accredited school; or two (2) years directly related experience.

License, Certification, Registration

• Radiographer License (Hawaii) required at hire
• Radiologic Technologist Certification required at hire from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Basic Life Support

• Basic Life Support from American Heart Association

Additional Requirements

• N/A

Preferred Qualifications

• Trauma, fluoroscopic, and surgery experience.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Radiologic Technologist II - Call-In

LOCATION: Honolulu, Hawaii

REQNUMBER: 1435145

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.