Radiology Technologist

Ssm Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options

Upfront Tuition Coverage

Job summary

SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital in Oklahoma City seeks a Radiology Technician to perform X-ray imaging, including plain films, fluoroscopy, and related procedures. The role supports the imaging department and may assist with limited CT in emergent situations.

External candidates may receive a sign-on bonus up to $25,000. Must complete a Radiology Technology program and hold ARRT credentials. Excellent patient interaction and safety practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Radiology Technology program.
• ARRT-R Radiography certification or ARRT-BD Bone Density certification.
• BLS HealthCare Provider (AHA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patient to ensure understanding.
• Transport patients to and from clinical areas and verify patient identity.
• Position patients for radiology exams and ensure accurate alignment.
• Follow radiation safety procedures to minimize exposure.
• Prepare and administer contrast media within scope of practice.
• Monitor patient during procedures and report abnormalities.
• Ensure high-quality images are submitted to PACS with correct data.

Skills

Patient education

Patient transport

Radiation safety

Contrast administration

CT procedures

Image quality

Education

Radiology Technology program

Tools

PACS

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling

OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City

Worker Type

Regular

Job Highlights

• Up to $25,000 sign-on bonus for qualified external candidates

Schedule

1000a to 1830 Monday through Friday

• On call requirement

Job Summary

Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. This position performs plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR exams and/or plain films and Bone Density (BD registry required).

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding. Provides appropriate educational material.
• Transports patients to and from clinical areas and verifies patient identity according to policies and procedures. Prepares patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Maintains a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
• May perform limited CT procedures in emergent situations when CT Technologist is not on site.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Completion of a Radiology Technology program

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
• Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Rare kneeling and sitting.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

State of Work Location: Missouri and Oklahoma

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• And
• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Or
• ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• AND
• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Or
• ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Work Shift

Night Shift (United States of America)

Job Type

Employee

Department

4202000040 Radiology Diagnostic

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefits

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

• Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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