Radiology Technologist

Kaiser Permanente; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$4,500 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Maryland is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to take x-ray exposures, explain procedures to patients, and ensure image quality per radiologist standards. The role requires Maryland licensure, BLS, and formal radiologic technology training.

Responsibilities include preparing patient files, maintaining equipment, and submitting x-ray reports. The position may require lifting up to 50 pounds and strong interpersonal skills to work with patients and referral physicians.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of formal training in radiologic technology.
• Maryland Radiologic Technologist License.
• Basic Life Support.
• Radiologic Technologist Certification.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds; hear, speak, and see.
• Proficiency in applicable computer software.

Responsibilities

• Greets patient, confirms image to be taken, and explains x-ray procedure to patient.
• Reviews patient medical history prior to performing x-ray procedure and confirms that patient has signed a contrast media consent form if needed.
• Takes x-ray exposures of patient following protocol for position of body, intensity of radiation, and time of exposure.
• Processes film and inspects images to determine that images meet the requirements of radiologist.
• Maintains equipment and examination room, stores film, and keeps inventory of related supplies.
• Prepares patient information files showing patients name, date of x-ray, referring physician, and number of exposures.
• Prepares and submits reports showing the number and type of x-rays.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal radiologic technology training

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

This position has a $4,500 sign on bonus!!

Job Summary:

Takes x-ray exposures of patients as requested by referring physicians. Explains x-ray procedure to patients, assures safety of patients, reviews films to assure appropriate images, and prepares files and reports.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Greets patient, confirms image to be taken, and explains x-ray procedure to patient.
• Reviews patients medical history prior to performing x-ray procedure and confirms that patient has signed a contrast media consent form if needed.
• Takes x-ray exposures of patient following protocol for position of body, intensity of radiation, and time of exposure.
• Processes film and inspects images to determine that images meet the requirements of radiologist.
• Maintains equipment and examination room, stores film, and keeps inventory of related supplies.
• Prepares patient information files showing patients name, date of x-ray, referring physician, and number of exposures.
• Prepares and submits reports showing the number and type of x-rays.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

Sat/ Sun 7 AM- 3:30 PM. Thurs/Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Wed 8 AM-12 PM

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• N/A

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• Completion of formal training in radiologic technology.

License, Certification, Registration

• Radiologic Technologist License (Maryland)
• Basic Life Support
• Radiologic Technologist Certification

Additional Requirements:

• In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.
• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum one (1) year of experience as a radiologic technologist preferred to include on-the-job training and internships.