Radiology Technologist / CT - On Call Nights

Kindred Hospital Northland; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Radiology Technologist for on-call night shifts. In this critical role, you will provide essential diagnostic imaging services, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the process. Your expertise in administering X-rays and handling imaging equipment will be vital in supporting the recovery of critically ill patients. Join a team that values service excellence and compassion, and make a significant impact on patient care in a supportive environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to advance your skills while contributing to a vital aspect of healthcare.

Qualifications

• Completion of ARRT accredited program required.
• One year experience in diagnostic imaging preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer X-rays and prepare patients for procedures.
• Document orders and observe patients during imaging.

Skills

Diagnostic Imaging

X-ray Administration

Patient Observation

Film Development

Education

ARRT Accredited Program

Tools

X-ray Equipment

Job description

Radiology Technologist / CT On-Call Nights

Kansas City, Missouri Facility Kindred Hospital Northland

Description

ScionHealth is committed to a culture of service excellence as demonstrated by our employees’ adherence to the service excellence principles of Pride, Teamwork, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Fun, Professionalism, and Responsibility.

As our most acute level of care, our specialty hospitals offer the same critical care patients receive in a traditional hospital or intensive care unit, but for an extended recovery period. Our clinicians play a vital role in the recovery process for chronic, critically ill, and medically complex patients.

As a Radiology Technologist you will:

1. Receive, relay and document verbal, facsimile, electronic and/or telephone orders in the patient's chart as permitted by State and Institutional policies.
2. Follow prescribed techniques in administering general and specific X-rays (Adjust equipment; determine proper voltage, current and desired exposure time; arrange immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patient; adjust lead shield; and select proper film).
3. Prepare barium preparation and other chemical mixtures for X-rays.
4. Observe patient and machine during procedure and report unusual occurrences and record patient's condition.
5. Develop film in accordance with photographic techniques.
6. Clean and disinfect X-ray room and equipment.
7. Prepare patient for X-ray: explain procedures, transfer patient to table, position patient and assist patient at end of procedures.

Qualifications

1. Completion of ARRT accredited program.
2. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration. Current CPR certification. State certifications/licensure as required by the state in which employed.
3. One year experience in diagnostic imaging.