Radiology Technologist I

It‘s more than a career, it‘s a calling SSM Health Orthopedics Wentzville Job Highlights Worker Type: PRN Radiology Tech PRN floating to all West and North Orthopedic departments to support orthopedic doctors and PAs during clinic days. Daily pay available! Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts. Sign‑on Bonus: Please speak with your recruiter about sign on bonus eligibility! Requirements: Completion of Radiology program and ARRT‑R within 6 months of hire date. Job Summary Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. This position only performs plain films and fluoro. Job Responsibilities and Requirements 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. Assists technologists with preparing patients for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure. Assists technologists with filing, delivering and retrieving patient reports and charts, matching films to folders, and delivery of reports to patient units/physicians. 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 images and documents 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. Locks/tag‑out equipment if appropriate. Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area 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. Education Completion of a Radiology Technology program. Experience No experience required. Physical Requirements 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. Required Professional Licenses and/or Certifications State of Work Location: Illinois BLS HCP – American Heart Association (AHA) Radiologic Technologists – Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) ARRT‑R Radiography – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) State of Work Location: Missouri, Oklahoma BLS HCP – American Heart Association (AHA) ARRT‑R Radiography – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) State of Work Location: Wisconsin BLS HCP – American Heart Association (AHA) Radiographer, Licensed – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services ARRT‑R Radiography – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: SJMP Orthopedic Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Benefits Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: 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: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr SSM Health