Radiologic Technologist - Weekend Option

The University of Kansas Health System•Kansas City, KS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Weekend Radiologic Technologist performs x-ray procedures to produce images used to diagnose disease processes. Procedures may be performed at various locations throughout the Main Campus and at hospital-associated imaging facilities. The technologist must be competent with fixed and mobile x-ray devices and have experience in high-acuity areas, surgical areas, and less-acute outpatient settings. The position includes participation in training student technologists and requires a minimum 12-month commitment and completion of an orientation training program.

Requirements

Graduate of a two-year accredited Radiology Technology program.
Radiography (R) certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) within 90 days.
Ability to use computer systems to perform patient testing and retrieve data related to quality and performance monitoring.
Competence with fixed and mobile x-ray devices.
Experience in high-acuity areas, surgical areas, and less-acute outpatient settings.
Commit to a minimum of 12 months and complete an orientation training program.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
Bachelor's degree.
Additional language skills.

Responsibilities

Perform x-ray procedures to produce diagnostic images.
Use fixed and mobile x-ray equipment throughout the department and at applicable locations.
Maintain personal competency and adapt to changing organizational and healthcare needs.
Seek assistance as appropriate regarding policies, procedures, patient safety, infection control, and departmental or organizational requirements.
Follow current state and national rules, regulations, and practices.
Promote safety for employees, patients, vendors, and other customers.
Ensure patients are treated in a timely manner and participate in patient transport as needed.
Work with hospital customers to support patient and customer satisfaction and HCAPS scores.
Provide input to Radiology Physician leadership about interactions and care in the teaching facility.
Assist radiology leadership in collecting information for process improvement.
Support continuing education, serve as a role model and department resource, and communicate effectively through multiple forms.
Report potential hazards, safety issues, and behaviors that may compromise a safe healthcare environment to Radiology leadership.
Complete mandatory educational assignments provided by Team Leaders, the Supervisor, or the Assistant Director.
Participate in training student technologists.
Perform other assigned duties and the professional, clinical, or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.