OR Radiologic Technologist Full Time

Surgery Partners Careers•Wichita, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The OR Radiologic Technologist is a full-time position responsible for ensuring the proper working order of x-ray equipment and maintaining safety standards within the radiology department. This role involves performing radiology services with a focus on patient and staff safety, managing control processes for risk management, and demonstrating competence in designated skills. The technologist will also assist with other radiology modalities and ensure patient information confidentiality. A key aspect of the role is interacting professionally with patients, families, and colleagues to create a positive environment, and actively protecting oneself and others by adhering to OSHA and other safety standards.

Requirements

At least one year of general radiology experience.
Current certification for A.R.R.T. and LRT for the state of Kansas required.
BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required.
Excellent manual dexterity, control, and eye-hand coordination are essential for handling instruments and supplies quickly and accurately.
Vision for near, mid-range, far and accommodation.
Hearing for low, medium, and high pitch.

Nice To Haves

May learn other Radiology modalities, including but not limited to MRI, CT, and/or surgery and/or pain management.

Responsibilities

Checks x-ray equipment to ensure it is in proper working order according to manufacturer’s guidelines.
Ensures correct performance of radiology services including patient and staff safety.
Responsible for all control processes for radiology for Risk Management and safety.
Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and competence of designated skills identified for position.
Demonstrates the safe operation of equipment and machinery and follows procedures for reporting and correcting an unsafe situation.
Assists and may learn other Radiology modalities, including but not limited to MRI, CT, and/or surgery and/or pain management.
Communicates patient information to assure confidentiality and continuity of care.
Interacts with all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees in a mature, responsible manner to ensure a positive and professional radiology and surgery center environment.
Actively protects patients and self by following OSHA and other standards reviewed in annual training.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Actively supports and upholds the mission and core values of the Hospital.
Remains knowledgeable of and follows the policies of the Hospital.
Always maintains patient and hospital confidentiality.
Keeps Manager apprised of day-to-day situations.
Responsible for positioning, lifting, and transferring conscious or unconscious patients to and from the operating table or stretchers.