Radiology Technologist (Variable; PRN, Great Bend Campus)

The University of Kansas Health System•Great Bend, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Radiology Supervisor and the clinical direction of the radiologist, independently performs radiographic examinations; prepares and administers contrast media and medications; reviews studies for overall quality; performs record keeping and computerized image archiving; serves as the primary liaison between patients and radiologists and other members of the support team, as well as between the Imaging Center and the Operating Room; uses good communication and patient care skills; uses professional and ethical judgment and critical thinking when performing their duties; uses equipment, materials, and systems according to policies, procedures, and practice standards; performs duties using appropriate professional and ethical behavior

Requirements

Graduate of a two year accredited Radiology Technology program
Ability to utilize computer systems to perform patient testing and to retrieve data related to monitoring of quality and performance needs
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Additional language a plus

Responsibilities

Must be competent in the use of all x-ray equipment both fixed and mobile.
Has the ability to provide this service throughout the department
Show interest and initiative in assuring that personal competency requirements are met.
Demonstrates flexibility in reviewing new approaches in response to changing organizational and healthcare needs.
Seeks out assistance appropriately in regard to policies and procedures, patient safety, infection control and other departmental and organizational requirements.
Understands, supports and practices current rules/regulations/practices both state and nationally.
Ensures that a high priority is recognized and observed by all staff relating to safety; this includes employees, patients, vendors and other customers.
Ensures that patients are treated in a timely fashion and that patient satisfaction requires technologist participation in the transport process.
Provides input to Radiology Physician leadership in regard to interactions that provide “World Class” care in a teaching facility.
Interacts with all hospital customers to assist with patient and customer satisfaction and HCAPS scores.
Participates and assists radiology leadership in the collection of information related to process improvement.
Should be observed as a department resource by all staff and assist in providing continuing education to all responsible individuals; Serves as a role model.
Ensures communication is consistent, provided in multiple forms and is effective
Is responsible for reporting information to Radiology leadership in regard to potential hazards, safety, and or behavioral demonstrations that do not provide for a safe and “world class” healthcare environment.
Responsible for completion of mandatory educational assignments as provided by Team Leaders, Supervisor or Assistant Director.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
Other duties may be assigned as required.