Radiology Technologist (Evenings)

The University of Kansas Hospital; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Radiologic Technologist to perform x-ray procedures across various facilities. This role involves ensuring patient safety and satisfaction while utilizing both fixed and mobile x-ray equipment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility in adapting to changing healthcare needs and will actively contribute to the training of student technologists. Join a team that values excellence in patient care and offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient diagnostics, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must be competent in using all x-ray equipment, both fixed and mobile.
• Experience in high acuity areas and surgical settings is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform x-ray procedures to produce diagnostic images.
• Ensure patient safety and satisfaction during imaging processes.
• Participate in training of student technologists.

Skills

X-ray procedures

Patient care

Safety protocols

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Graduate

2-year accredited Radiology Technology program

Associates Degree

Bachelors Degree

Tools

Radiology equipment

Computer systems for patient testing

Job description

Job ID: R-31560 Job Type: Part time Location: Olathe, Kansas

Position Summary / Career Interest:
The Radiologic Technologist performs x-ray procedures to produce images for the purpose of diagnosing disease processes. Procedures can be performed at various locations throughout the Main Campus and at hospital associated imaging facilities. Competence is required for both fixed and mobile x-ray devices. Experience is required in high acuity areas, surgical areas and less acute out-patient customers. Radiologic Technologists are expected to participate in the training of student technologists. Note: This position scheduling need is for Sunday Evening, 8 hour shift but we are open to talking to you if you have this availability and need more/less hours.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Must be competent in the use of all x-ray equipment both fixed and mobile. Has the ability to provide this service throughout the department. Show interest and initiative in assuring that personal competency requirements are met.
• Demonstrates flexibility in reviewing new approaches in response to changing organizational and healthcare needs.
• Seeks out assistance appropriately in regard to policies and procedures, patient safety, infection control and other departmental and organizational requirements. Understands, supports and practices current rules/regulations/practices both state and nationally.
• Ensures that a high priority is recognized and observed by all staff relating to safety; this includes employees, patients, vendors and other customers.
• Ensures that patients are treated in a timely fashion and that patient satisfaction requires technologist participation in the transport process.
• Provides input to Radiology Physician leadership in regard to interactions that provide “World Class” care in a teaching facility. Interacts with all hospital customers to assist with patient and customer satisfaction and HCAPS scores. Participates and assists radiology leadership in the collection of information related to process improvement.
• Should be observed as a department resource by all staff and assist in providing continuing education to all responsible individuals; Serves as a role model. Ensures communication is consistent, provided in multiple forms and is effective.
• Is responsible for reporting information to Radiology leadership in regard to potential hazards, safety, and or behavioral demonstrations that do not provide for a safe and “world class” healthcare environment.
• Responsible for completion of mandatory educational assignments as provided by Team Leaders, Supervisor or Assistant Director.
• Other duties as needed.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Graduate
• Graduate of a 2 year accredited Radiology Technology program

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree

Required Licensure and Certification

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist (LRT) - Kansas Board of Healing Arts (KSBHA) within 90 Days
• Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Preferred Language Skills

• Additional language a plus

Knowledge Requirements

• Ability to utilize computer systems to perform patient testing and to retrieve data related to monitoring of quality and performance needs.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.