Diagnostic Imaging Assistant

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OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Healthplex

Worker Type: PRN

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of imaging exams used in the diagnostic treatment of illness and injuries.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Must work at least 30% of FTE in secondary modality to be eligible for a Multiple Modality job. Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately. Implements radiation protection and safety standards. Prepares, performs and assists the physician in special and advanced procedures. Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations. Helps position patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately. Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards. Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history). Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION Completion of a Radiology Technology, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy 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 LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONSState 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) Or ARRT-T Radiation Therapy - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) And ARRT-CT Computed Tomography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or Computed Tomography (CT) Credential - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

Work Shift: PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)

Job Type: Employee

Department: 4200040040 Healthplex East CT

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Benefits: SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

• 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.

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.