Radiologic Technologist - Mid Town Clinic - FT - Day

Stormont Vail Health•Topeka, KS

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist performs radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing disease and injuries. This full-time, on-site, patient-facing role is based at the Mid Town Clinic, works first-shift days for 40 hours per week, and requires travel between facilities as needed, estimated at 20%. The position has no supervisory or budget responsibility. The technologist prepares and positions patients, operates imaging equipment, selects exposure factors, and produces diagnostic images. The role also includes image processing and quality review, radiation protection, routine equipment maintenance, records and office work, patient communication, and assisting with clinic tasks such as point-of-care testing, rooming patients, and cleaning exam rooms. The employee responds to the care needs of patients ranging from school age through gerontological age and may assist in training students or new staff. The position requires an ARRT registration. A Kansas radiology technologist license and Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Two years of experience in a hospital or clinical setting is preferred. Physical demands include frequent standing, walking, carrying, and handling, and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 100 pounds. Work involves exposure to clinical and equipment-related conditions, including infectious diseases, noise, electrical and mechanical hazards, radiant energy, and blood or body fluids.

Requirements

Registered Technologist - ARRT certification is required.
Kansas Licensed Radiology Technologist (LRT) license must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 90 days of hire.
Ability to perform the described physical demands, including occasional lifting up to 50 pounds and pushing or pulling up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in a hospital or clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and position patients for diagnostic imaging procedures.
Move and operate imaging equipment; determine exposure factors and adjust controls to produce images with appropriate detail, density, and accuracy.
Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimal views of the requested body area.
Perform technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in applying prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnosis.
Operate mobile radiologic equipment in the clinic when applicable.
Perform routine maintenance, diagnose equipment malfunctions, make minor repairs, and arrange for additional repairs as needed.
Use radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff.
Process images and review them for correct identification and quality.
Complete forms and maintain records, logs, and reports of work performed.
Perform office tasks, including answering phones, obtaining information from computers, and ordering departmental supplies.
Create a friendly atmosphere, address customer needs courteously, and explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and gain cooperation.
Prepare images for review by a radiologist or requesting physician.
Assist in training students and/or new staff.
Provide appropriate care for patients from school age through gerontological age.
Adhere to staffing and scheduling practices.
Attend departmental meetings, in-services, and other educational activities to improve knowledge.
Perform point-of-care testing, assist nursing staff with rooming patients, and clean exam rooms.
Travel between facilities as necessary.
Comply with Stormont Vail Health policies, standards, mandatory training, and requirements, and perform other duties as assigned.