Radiology Tech - Registered

Bothwell Regional Health Center; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Bothwell Regional Health Center seeks a Radiology Technologist-Registered to perform diagnostic radiographic procedures with independence and professional judgment. The role requires training from an AMA-approved program and ARRT certification, with CT certification within 12 months for CT pay eligibility.

Responsibilities include operating radiologic equipment, assisting radiologists, and ensuring patient safety across all age groups.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved radiologic technology program.
• ARRT certification required at entry level.
• CT certification within 12 months for third shift CT pay.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures as assigned.
• Assist radiologists with procedures as required.
• Ensure patient, peer, and personal safety during examinations.
• Maintain proper communication about patient examinations and schedules.
• Operate radiographic equipment and processors and report problems.
• Pursue continuing education per ARRT standards.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

AMA approved radiologic technology program

ARRT certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

CT imaging systems

Radiology hardware handling

Job description

JOB TITLE: Radiology Technologist-Registered

JOB CODE: 8460

JOB HOURS: All Three Shifts

JOB SUMMARY:

The Radiologic Technologist-Registered performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. The technologist performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic radiographs. Assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures as required. The individual is trained and a graduate from a certified Radiologic training program and capable of performing patient care for the age groups: 0-105 years old.

The Radiologic Technologist-Registered reports directly to Radiology Chief Technologist.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:
  • High School graduate or equivalent.
  • Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an AMA approved school.
  • Rad Techs working 3rd shift must successfully pass CT certification test to receive CT pay. Qualifications to sit for the CT exam are as follows: Candidates for Computed Tomography certification and registration must document performance of a minimum of 125, choosing 25 different procedures out of a list of 59 various procedures.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Entry level Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
  • Rad Techs must pass their CT certification test within 12 months of completing their on the job CT training at BRHC.
  • CPR required for patient care.
• Work Experience:
  • Rad Techs working 3rd shift must be able to complete x-ray and CT exams.

RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DUTIES:

• Responsible for performing diagnostic radiographic procedures. Responsible for HRI functions as they relate to Diagnostic Radiology procedures. Responsible for assisting Radiologists with procedures as required.
• Responsible for patient, peer, and personal safety. Responsible for communicating information about patient examinations, schedule, patient's condition and equipment to the appropriate individual.
• Responsible for inter and intra Departmental relations. Responsible for maintaining professional communication.
• Responsible for conservation of supplies. Responsible for operation of radiographic equipment and processors and reporting problems appropriately.
• Responsible for continuing education in accordance with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED STAFF COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrates support for organizational and departmental mission.
• Supports and demonstrates knowledge of the Strategic Plan and the Hospital Key Initiatives.
• Fosters and promotes teamwork within department and the organization as a whole.
• Works to resolves conflicts constructively and in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively and simply with every customer and co-worker.
• Ability to display a positive, courteous and friendly attitude toward all contacts.
• Ability to build good relationships with others based upon a sustained effort of mutual support toward common goals.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, reasoning and concentration to detail and to take personal accountability for all actions in carrying out job duties.
• Is customer focused and committed to Quality and Process Improvement with a strong desire to provide service excellence.
• Possesses and displays a strong knowledge and understanding of the standards of practice for their position including, if and when applicable, commensurate computer skills; population specific and general competencies; organizational skills, time and project management.
• Possesses a vigorous and enthusiastic desire to learn and to grow both personally and professionally, and to improve one's skills in order to deliver the best possible care for our customers.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Subject to electrical and radiant energy hazards.
• Lifting and positioning of patients.
• Lifting supplies.
• Standing, walking most of the day.