Radiology Technologist II - PRN

SSM Health; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Daily pay

Shift differential

Relocation assistance

Job summary

SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital – St. Charles in Missouri is hiring a PRN Radiologic Technologist to support the imaging department in diagnostic x-ray exams, fluoroscopy, portable, OR, and BD bone density as required.

The role emphasizes patient screening, positioning, safety, and high-quality image submission to PACS. Completion of a Radiology Technology program is required; no prior experience is necessary.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Radiology Technology program.
• No experience required.
• ARRT-R Radiography and Bone Density certifications required per location.

Responsibilities

• Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding.
• Prepares patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality images and documents to PACS.
• Maintains a clean, orderly department and equipment is functioning properly.
• May perform limited CT procedures in emergent situations when CT Technologist is not on site.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Patient positioning

Radiology safety

Education

Radiology Technology program

Tools

PACS

Job description

It‘s more than a career, it‘s a callingMO-SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles

Worker Type: PRN

Job Highlights:

• Sign-on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign on bonus eligibility!Daily pay available!Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts

Requirements:

• Completion of Radiology program and ARRT-R within 6 months of hire date.Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. ** Qualified external candidates onlyFulfill your calling and be a part of the SSM Team.

Job Summary:

Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. This position performs plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR exams and/or plain films and Bone Density (BD registry required).

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

• Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding.
• Provides appropriate educational material.
• Transports patients to and from clinical areas and verifies patient identity according to policies and procedures.
• Prepares patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity.
• Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning.
• Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Maintainsa clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
• May perform limited CT procedures in emergent situations when CT Technologist is not on site.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Completion of a Radiology Technology program

EXPERIENCE

No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
• Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Rare kneeling and sitting.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• State of Work Location: IllinoisBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndRadiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)OrRadiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)AndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)AndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• State of Work Location: Missouri and OklahomaBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)ANDARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• State of Work Location: WisconsinBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndRadiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesAndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)AndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Work Shift:PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:Employee

Department:Pain Managemnt OPC-K

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Benefits:

• SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
• Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay(fees may apply)before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer.

SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

pregnancy, veteran status ,

or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.