Radiology Technologist I

Arkansas Children's; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's is hiring a Radiologic Technologist for the Little Rock radiology department. The role requires performing routine imaging exams and providing safe patient care in a fast-paced setting.

Preferred education includes a Bachelor's degree; required are ARRT R certification within 12 months and RTL license from the Arkansas Department of Health. Time type: full time, on-site with possible clinic-site coverage.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college program or technical school or nursing diploma.
• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university (recommended).
• ARRT R certification must obtain within 12 months of hire date or eligibility; RTL license - Arkansas Department of Health.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates increasing knowledge of correct radiographic techniques and positioning.
• Performs quality radiographs following QC workflows.
• May work at main hospital or off-site clinic locations; travel to regional clinics as needed.
• Ensures patient safety and comfort during imaging procedures.
• Maintains clean and organized work area and equipment.

Skills

Pediatric patient care

Patient screening

Safety and patient safety

Communication devices usage

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (recommended)

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the "Find Jobs" report.

Work Shift:

Please See Job Description For Details.

Time Type: Full time

Department: CC014210 Radiology - Little Rock

Summary: Monday-Friday days (40 hours/week)

Additional Information: Developing skills to performs quality radiographs and patient care. May be required to work in both main hospital setting and off-site clinic locations. Infrequent travel may be required to cover regional clinic x-ray services. Performs routine imaging examinations in Diagnostic Radiology on a scheduled and emergency basis following departmental QC and exam data integrity workflow expectations.

Required Education: Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college program or technical school or nursing diploma

Recommended Education: Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university

Required Work Experience: Direct - No Experience Required

Recommended Work Experience: Direct - Pediatric

Required Certifications: American registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT R) - Must obtain within 12 months of hire date or eligibility., Radiologic Technologist License (RTL) - Arkansas Department of Health

Recommended Certifications:

Description

• Demonstrates increasing knowledge of correct & acceptable radiographic techniques & positioning, in operating all equipment and sets up room/equipment appropriate for exam ordered.
• Is learning to complete patient screening with attention to pregnancy, contrast and any contraindications, as well as understanding and utilizing contrast forms for contrast exams.
• Utilize designated communication devices and respond appropriately.
• Demonstrates increasing knowledge of all emergency equipment/supplies.
• Raises concerns related to patient care, patient safety or patient satisfaction to supervisor and leadership in a timely manner.
• Ensures work area is properly maintained.
• Performs other duties as assigned.