Radiology Technologist II

SSM Health • Madison, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position, a Radiology Technologist II at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Madison, involves taking x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and providing support for the imaging department. The role specifically includes performing plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR exams, and/or plain films and Bone Density (BD registry required). It is described as more than a career, but a calling.

Requirements

• Completion of a Radiology Technology program
• No experience required
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• For Illinois: Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Or Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• For Missouri and Oklahoma: ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) AND ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• For Wisconsin: Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Responsibilities

• Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding.
• Provides appropriate educational material.
• Transports patients to and from clinical areas and verifies patient identity according to policies and procedures.
• Prepares patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.
• 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.
• Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity.
• Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers 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.
• May perform limited CT procedures in emergent situations when CT Technologist is not on site.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees