Tech II, Radiology

Kaiser Permanente; Jonesboro (GA); On-site; USD 99,201,000 - 127,310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is hiring a Radiologic Technologist to perform a variety of standard radiographic procedures in a safe, efficient manner and to support the Radiology Department with clerical duties and reporting.

The role emphasizes patient preparation, image production, quality control, and collaboration with radiologists and ordering practitioners, with after-hours call coverage and potential student instruction. Onsite in Georgia, full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• One year as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Two years experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for radiographic procedures by accurately assessing patients needs and providing patient education.
• Performs radiographic and/or fluoroscopic procedures.
• Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
• Demonstrates skills for IV placement and injection of contrast materials.
• Operates computer and radiographic equipment for image production and documentation of images.
• Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images.
• Enters and properly completes all patient information including exam charges and supplies into the Radiology Information System (RIS) and/or other KP application.
• Prepares films for interpretation by the radiologist in an accurate and timely manner.
• Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to unique needs of the department and respond appropriately.
• Communicates abnormal situations to proper sources in a way that facilitates resolution and/or tracking.
• Actively engages other health care providers to ensure quality, continuity and appropriateness of care.
• Follows department procedures/processes/policies.
• Practices safety measures in radiography by adhering to all governing regulations.
• Follows universal precautions, infection control guidelines and sterile technique.
• Complies with all governing regulations.
• Stocks and cleans exam rooms/work areas.
• Takes rotational call for after hours facilities and is responsible for coverage if unable to take call.
• May be responsible for clinical instruction of student technologist.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Applies the professions code of ethics in all aspects of practice.

Job description

• Follows department procedures/processes/policies.

SIGN-ON BONUS OF $5,000 AVAILABLE FOR ELIGIBLE EXTERNAL HIRES

Job Summary

Performs a variety of standard radiographic procedures in a safe and efficient manner; reviews and transmits films and reports to appropriate physicians. Performs reception and clerical duties within the Radiology Department and prepares required departmental reports.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for radiographic procedures by accurately assessing patients needs and providing patient education.
• Performs radiographic and/or fluoroscopic procedures.
• Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
• Demonstrates skills for IV placement and injection of contrast materials.
• Operates computer and radiographic equipment for image production and documentation of images.
• Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images.
• Enters and properly completes all patient information including exam charges and supplies into the Radiology Information System (RIS) and/or other KP application.
• Prepares films for interpretation by the radiologist in an accurate and timely manner.
• Exhibits flexibility and adaptability to unique needs of the department and respond appropriately.
• Communicates abnormal situations to proper sources in a way that facilitates resolution and/or tracking.
• Actively engages other health care providers (radiologist, ordering practitioners) to ensure quality, continuity and appropriateness of care.
• Follows department procedures/processes/policies.
• Practices safety measures in radiography by adhering to all governing regulations.
• Follows universal precautions, infection control guidelines and sterile technique.
• Complies with all governing regulations.
• Stocks and cleans exam rooms/work areas.
• Takes rotational call for after hours facilities and is responsible for coverage if unable to take call.
• May be responsible for clinical instruction of student technologist.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Applies the professions code of ethics in all aspects of practice.

Experience

Basic Qualifications

• One (1) year as a Radiological Technologist.

Education

• N/A

License, Certification, Registration

• Radiologic Technologist Certification
• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements

• General knowledge of EH&S, OSHA, DHR, Radiation Safety and Protection.
• General knowledge of exam protocols.
• Basic PC (keyboarding & navigation) skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years experience as a Radiologic Technologist.

Primary Location: Georgia,Jonesboro,Southwood Medical Offices I

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Day

Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Working Hours Start: 11:00 AM

Working Hours End: 08:00 PM

Job Schedule: Full-time

Job Type: Standard

Working Location: Onsite

Employee Status: Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation: GTC|UFCW|Local 1996

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Department: Southwood Medical Offices - Radiology-General - 2808

Pay Range: $34.62 - $44.43 / hour

Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel: No

Work Setting: Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.