Imaging Technologist II - Imaging - FT Nights

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc.•Hutchinson, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates radiology equipment, typically under physician supervision. The benefits have never been more rewarding. Here are a few things we offer: Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Holiday premium pay Shift and weekend differential pay 401k with a 6% employer match Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Employee assistance program

Requirements

Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in Radiologic Technology.
Demonstrated proficiency in general OR and at least one specialty area in the OR.
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography and CT, ARRT (R) (CT)
Licensed by the Kansas Board of Healing Arts (LRT)
Current BLS card within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first. Acceptable courses are American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
Demonstrates knowledge of human anatomy and proper radiological positioning in accordance with departmental protocols.
Demonstrates competency in ensuring patient safety at all times.
Completes continuing education biannually in accordance with Kansas State and ARRT regulations for current licensing and registration purposes.
Demonstrates ability to verify physician orders, insure proper reason for procedures and safely administer imaging contrast agents.
Effectively communicates the exam requirements, risks and benefits in order to ease anxiety and obtain informed consent.
Uses proper radiation protection techniques in order to minimize radiation dose to patients, fetus, staff, and self in accordance with the ALARA principle.
Demonstrates leadership skills.
Mentors other staff members and students.

Nice To Haves

2 years clinical experience post-graduation.

Responsibilities

Ensure proper patient identity by checking two forms of identification per hospital policy, and confirming physician orders.
Attend and complete all mandatory meetings and in-services, as well as assigned continuing education.
Complete and maintain departmental competency checklists.
Effectively utilize resources and time.
Identify and report issues and concerns to effectively solve problems.
Show interest and actively participate in Process Improvement projects, both departmentally and hospital wide.
Be able to collaborate with others in a team environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.
Perform other duties as assigned.