Radiologic Technologist - Croco X-Ray - FT - Day

Stormont-Vail HealthCare•Topeka, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. This is a full-time position with a first shift schedule, working 40 hours per week. The role is non-exempt and requires the technologist to prepare and position patients for diagnostic imaging, operate imaging equipment, and ensure proper image quality. The position also involves routine equipment maintenance, practicing radiation protection, processing images, maintaining records, and performing office duties. The technologist will provide a positive customer experience, explain procedures to patients, prepare images for radiologists, and may assist in training students or new staff. The role requires knowledge of appropriate care for patients from school-aged through gerontological. The position also includes assisting the radiologist in special x-ray examinations and performing clinic duties such as point of care testing, assisting with rooming patients, and cleaning exam rooms. Travel between facilities is required approximately 20% of the time.

Requirements

2 years Experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
Registered Technologist - ARRT
Licensed Radiology Technologist (LRT) - KSBHA Kansas license must be obtained within 60 days of hire
Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Responsibilities

Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
Moves imaging equipment into specified position, determines exposure factors, and adjusts equipment controls to produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
Performs a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.
Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
Performs office work including answering phone, obtaining information from computer, and ordering departmental supplies.
Provides a positive image to customers by creating a friendly atmosphere and placing a high priority on meeting customer needs in a courteous manner.
Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
Assist in training students and/or new staff.
Responds to needs and is knowledgeable of appropriate care for school-aged through gerontological patients.
Adheres to staffing and scheduling practices.
Seeks opportunities to improve knowledge base by attending departmental meetings, in services and other educational activities.
Assists radiologist in special x-ray examinations.
Clinic MSD: Point of care testing, assisting nursing staff with rooming patients, and cleaning exam rooms.
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health.
Performs other duties as assigned.