X Ray Technologist

Radiology TechnologistIt's more than a career, it's a callingWI-St. Agnes HospitalWorker Type: RegularJob Highlights:Join a team where your work matters - every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you'll be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact.Thrive in a busy, team-focused Radiology department where colleagues work exceptionally well together and create a positive, supportive atmosphere. You’ll perform a wide variety of exams using familiar, user-friendly equipment, making every day engaging and rewarding.Department: RadiologySchedule: 20 hours per week / Weekend Shift - Every Saturday, Sunday, and 1 weekday 6:45am-2:45pmSign-On Bonus: Ask your recruiter about sign-on bonus eligibilityApply today. SSM Health - We bring out the incredible in you, everyday.Job Summary:Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. This position performs plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR exams and/or plain films and Bone Density (BD registry required).Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESExplains 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.EDUCATIONCompletion of a Radiology Technology programEXPERIENCENo experience requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSConstant 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: IllinoisBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndRadiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)OrRadiologic Technologists Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)AndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)AndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)State of Work Location: Missouri and OklahomaBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)AndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)State of Work Location: WisconsinBasic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)AndRadiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesAndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)OrARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)AndARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Work Shift:Weekend Shift (United States of America)Job Type:EmployeeDepartment:4215000038 RADIOLOGY Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Aya Healthcare