Radiology Technologist-FLOAT

Kaiser Permanente; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to take and process x-ray exposures per physician orders. The role involves explaining procedures, ensuring patient safety, and reviewing images to meet radiologist standards.

You will travel within the assigned Zone as needed and support exam room maintenance. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, formal radiologic technology training, ARRT certification, and Basic Life Support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of formal training in radiologic technology.
• ARRT Radiologic Technologist Certification and BLS from American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Take x-ray exposures following body position, radiation intensity, and exposure time protocols.
• Explain x-ray procedure to patients and ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Review films to ensure images meet radiologist requirements.
• Maintain equipment and exam room, and manage related supplies.
• Travel up to 100% within the assigned Zone/area as part of float pool.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient care

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Formal radiologic technology training

Tools

Radiologic imaging software

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.

this is a Mon-Fri position. No nights. No weekends unless you volunteer.

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