Radiology Technologist Clinical Instructor

SSM Health • Lake Saint Louis, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. May perform plain films, fluoro, portables and/or OR exams. Performs assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and modification of clinical education across all imaging modalities.

Requirements

• Completion of Radiology program and ARRT-R with 2 years of experience in radiology
• Associate's degree
• Two years' experience
• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
• Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Rare kneeling and sitting.
• State of Work Location: Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Or Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
• State of Work Location: Missouri, Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• State of Work Location: Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Responsibilities

• Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding.
• Provides appropriate educational material.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ensures prompt submission of all high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, images labeled correctl and patient data/history).
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning.
• Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Maintains a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
• Ensures compliance with education program's regulatory agencies, professional requirements, student clinical site contracts, and associate certification and registration requirements.
• Oversee any potential conflicts with the technologists and the students, utilizes caution and tact to overcome and aid in conflict resolution.
• Act as a liaison between the hospital and the school's faculty.
• Maintain student evaluations and certifications.
• Maintain and conduct student hospital orientation.
• Participate on the school's Advisory Board.
• Render advice and suggestions for improvement of student clinical education.
• Assure the time cards are monitored accurately, document absences, and communicate to the school these absences.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flex scheduling
• Cross training
• Tuition assistance
• Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage through FlexPath Funded

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree