Radiology Technologist-FLOAT

Kaiser Permanente; Largo (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Largo, MD is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to take x-ray exposures, explain procedures to patients, and ensure patient safety while maintaining records.

The role involves travel within a defined zone as needed. Requires ARRT certification, BLS, and formal radiologic technology training. Strong communication and physical stamina are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of formal training in radiologic technology is required.
• ARRT certification is required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; ability to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds; hearing, speaking, and vision are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Greet patient, confirm image to be taken, and explain x-ray procedure.
• Review patient history prior to x-ray and confirm consent for contrast media if needed.
• Take x-ray exposures following position, dose, and exposure time protocols.
• Process films and inspect images to ensure radiologist requirements.
• Maintain equipment and examination room; manage supplies inventory.
• Prepare patient information files with patient name, date, referring physician, and exposures.
• Prepare and submit reports showing the number and type of x-rays.
• Travel up to 100% as per float pool agreement.
• Perform other related duties as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal radiologic technology training

Tools

Radiology equipment operation

Job description

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. Accountable for traveling within a Zone and/or reasonable geographical area.

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.
• Up to 100% travel, in accordance with our float pool agreement.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

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 Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

• Basic Life Support from American Heart Association

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 interships