Registered Radiologic Technologist - Outpatient

Mosaic Life Care; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mosaic Life Care is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures under the supervision of the Manager, ensuring safety and quality in diagnostic images. The role requires operating imaging equipment, maintaining supplies, and following radiation safety regulations.

The candidate should have completed a Radiologic Technology program with 2 years radiology experience preferred and hold a Radiography license, plus BLS within 90 days. Travel between facilities may be needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of Radiologic Technology program. - Required
• 2 Years - Radiology experience - Preferred
• Radiography (R) - Required Upon Hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required within 90 Days

Responsibilities

• Interpret a provider's instructions.
• Explain procedures to patients; verify accuracy of patient information in the file.
• Prepare patients for procedures.
• Select imaging parameters.
• View images from an imaging session and keep records of the results.
• Review and complete patient exam and charges within the radiology information system.
• Performs necessary clerical duties as needed to support procedures and department/clinic operations.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Inputting data

Calibrating equipment

Fine motor skills

Body mechanics

CPR

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Patient safety

Education

Radiologic Technology program

Tools

Radiology information system

Job description

Job Description

The Radiologic Technologist (R) works under the supervision of the Manager. The technologist is responsible for performing a variety of procedures requiring independent judgement and knowledgeable performance. The technologist will operate equipment safely producing quality images for diagnostic purposes and maintain equipment and supplies. Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and fellow staff.

Responsibilities

• Interpret a provider's instructions.
• Explain procedures to patients; verifies accuracy of patient information in the file.
• Prepare patients for procedures.
• Select imaging parameters.
• View images from an imaging session and keep records of the results.
• Review and complete patient exam and charges within the radiology information system.
• Performs necessary clerical duties as needed to support procedures and department/clinic operations.
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• Completion of Radiologic Technology program. - Required

Work Experience

• 2 Years - Radiology experience - Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiography (R ) - Required Upon Hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required within 90 Days

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to travel between various system facilities and off-site locations as needed. - Required

Essential Technical/Motor Skills

• Inputting data, calibrating equipment, answering telephone, speaking clearly, manipulating small items, fine motor skills, knowledge of body mechanics and CPR.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Interpersonal Skills

• Effective communication skills and ability to interact with patients, staff, visitors, physicians, etc.
• Must work well as a team member.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Moving equipment, pushing, pulling, lifting 35 lbs., walking, restraining, standing, and kneeling.

Essential Mental Abilities

• Manipulate numbers, explain procedures, evaluate patient’s condition and take immediate action, calculating exposure factors.

Essential Sensory Requirements

• Visual skills to read equipment settings, hear audio signals, reading computer screens.

Exposure to Hazards

• Radiation, body fluids, needle punctures, hazardous materials.

Other Skills And Abilities

• Caregiver must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in all age groups.

About Us

Mosaic Life Care is a health care system in northwest Missouri. With a vision of transforming community health by being a life-care innovator, Mosaic places the holistic needs of patients first by providing the right care at the right time and place, offering high value and quality health care. Mosaic has a wide array of benefits to meet each employee’s individual needs. Our benefits were designed by listening to people just like you. Mosaic also offers several perks with a focus on ensuring our employees feel valued, including concierge services, employee lounge, wellness programs, free covered parking, free on-site and virtual health clinics and many more. When paired with compensation and recognition, it is what continues to make us the employer of choice for employees at any stage of their journey.