Radiology Technologist Evenings

SSM Health; United States; On-site; USD 29,560 - 42,101; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options

Tuition Coverage

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Radiologic Technologist, where your skills in imaging and patient care will shine. This role involves taking x-rays for diagnostic purposes, ensuring patient safety, and supporting the imaging department with various procedures. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, generous sign-on bonuses, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive work environment, this position is ideal for those looking to advance their career in a dynamic healthcare setting. If you're passionate about making a difference, this is the role for you!

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or completion of a radiology certification program required.
• Basic Life Support and ARRT certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform x-rays and assist in imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety.
• Educate patients on procedures and maintain high-quality imaging standards.

Skills

Patient Communication

Radiation Safety Procedures

Patient Care

Contrast Media Administration

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiology

Tools

Radiology Equipment

PACS

Job description

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

Location: MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand

Worker Type: Regular

Job Highlights:

• Department: Imaging and Diagnostics
• Sign On Bonus: $20,000 WITH >1 YEAR’S EXPERIENCE, $15,000 WITH < 1 YEAR! Paid in full on 1st paycheck!*
• Schedule: Evenings Full Time
• Pay Range starts at: $26.01/hour Daily pay available!
• Shift Differentials: Evening $2.50/hour
• Relocation assistance: Available for those who qualify.

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

• Associate's degree or completion of a radiology certification 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: Illinois

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

State of Work Location: Missouri and Oklahoma

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

State of Work Location: Wisconsin

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Work Shift: Evening Shift (United States of America)

Job Type: Employee

Department: 4202000037 Radiology

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Benefits:

• 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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