Radiology Technologist - Inpatient Radiology

SSM Health • Saint Louis, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Radiology Director and Manager, this role produces quality diagnostic medical radiographs, including OR, Flouro, Dexa, or EOS, to ensure proper diagnosis and quality patient care. The position involves producing quality images using appropriate exposure techniques, documenting patient history, performing OR/Surgery cases with C-arms and portable machines, and supervising/teaching Radiology students. The technologist must observe departmental policies, safety, environmental, and infection control standards, maintain a clean work area, practice radiation safety, and attend departmental in-services and meetings. They are also expected to perform other duties as assigned, practice age-appropriate care, and use the Hospital/Radiology Information system according to policy.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Radiology Technology program and registry eligible.
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Ability to stand for and walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 100 plus pounds.
• Ability to move or transfer patients.
• Ability to deal with strenuous and physical activity daily in lifting, pulling, pushing patients, radiographic equipment cassettes and/or supplies.
• Exposure to blood and body fluid.
• Exposure to blood borne pathogens and other biological hazards.
• Subject to varying or unpredictable situations.

Nice To Haves

• Two years Radiology Technology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produces quality radiographs using appropriate exposure technique to ensure proper penetration of the area being radiographed.
• Demonstrates the proper use of metal markers and/or placement of markers electronically.
• Documents an appropriate patient history containing pertinent patient information regarding their condition and including patient limitations.
• Verifies physician orders prior to the start of the exam.
• Performs OR/Surgery cases using C-arms and portable machines efficiently.
• Supervises and teaches Radiology students exams and procedures as part of their clinical rotation, providing feedback to the Clinical Educator on their performance.
• Communicates technical information in a manner appropriate for the intended person (patient, co-worker etc.).
• Responds to changes in the workload using time to departmental advantage.
• Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Adheres to hospital safety and infection control policies.
• Reports faulty equipment to appropriate persons.
• Uses protective equipment as needed.
• Practices Radiation Safety for patients, self, and co-workers.
• Wears radiation dosimetry badge daily.
• Attends appropriate orientations.
• Attends required in-services.
• Attends departmental meetings or reads the meeting minutes sent through the MOX system in Meditech.
• Reviews education poster boards located in the department.
• Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working in all areas of the hospital.
• Displays initiative and enthusiasm for non-routine or extra duties.
• Seeks out duties that need to be done without being told to.
• Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.
• Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards.
• Reports risk management concerns.
• Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory training (Safety/Fire, Blood Borne Pathogen, Hazardous Communication, TB, Department Specific, Age Appropriate Care, HIPAA, Assigned .EDU courses).
• Properly identifies all patients by checking the patient armband or using two unique identifiers.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Obtains 24 CE points every 2 years per ASRT regulation.
• Maintains a good standing rating with the ASRT.
• Demonstrates respect and compassion to customers, co-workers, and others while delivering excellent care and courteous service.
• Follows the hospital confidentiality policy at all times.
• Recognizes the diverse needs of others in regard to culture, religion, disability, etc.
• Demonstrates willingness to work with others to achieve work-related goals and promotes teamwork.
• Works with other departments to provide service to customers.
• Follows HIPAA guidelines regarding patient health information.
• Answers questions knowledgeably or directs questions to someone who can provide answers.
• Reviews departmental QI, QA, & QC monthly during departmental meetings and by reviewing posted information.
• Provides data/input to Radiology management staff pertaining to current departmental QI Teams projects.
• Enters information into the Radiology module correctly and in a timely manner.
• Provides training and direction to co-workers as necessary.
• Moves all completed exams to taken status within 30 minutes of completion to help ensure the 24-hour report turnaround time is met.
• Enters/edits exams as needed.
• Prints consent forms for procedures from Meditech as needed.
• Checks the internal MOX email system for messages and sends professional and appropriate messages.
• Provides age-appropriate care to school age, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth and development necessary to provide services to the age of the patients served by the department.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess and interpret age-specific data to identify patient needs.
• Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age-specific response to questions.

Benefits

• One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Instant access to earned, unpaid base pay before payday through DailyPay (fees may apply).
• Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

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