Radiologic Technologist Contingent

Radiologic Technologist

If you are looking for a full time Radiologic Technologist position, this could be your opportunity!

Position Highlights:

• SJMO has been serving and improving the health and well-being of the community for more than 90 years
• All-encompassing benefits package including tuition reimbursement
• Join our team and Be Remarkable!

What you will do:

The Radiologic Technologist performs radiologic procedures at a technical level not requiring supervision of technical detail. The Rad Tech performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with integrity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiographic diagnosis. Performs routine radiographic fluoroscopic procedures on patient of all ages (including pediatrics), demonstrates anatomy under investigation through proper patient positioning, techniques. Performs and/or assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.

• Prepares and/or administers contrast media according to department policy.
• Demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills.
• Demonstrates complete working knowledge of all radiographic equipment within the department.
• Develops exposed films and reloads cassettes with appropriate film.
• Positions patient to obtain desired views.
• Applies immobilization devices as required.
• Prepares and positions patient for procedures.
• Retrieves and calls reports to physician's office, nursing units, surgery and ER upon request.
• Reviews exposed radiographs for proper positioning, techniques and identification.
• Recognizes and records patient history, unusual conditions/limitations such as examination time, room number and technique.
• Performs all routine radiographic procedures and views according to the department procedures manual.
• Performs daily warm up and quality control checks to each radiographic room/equipment assigned.
• Responds quickly to beeper calls.
• Performs quality control test on assigned equipment.
• Adjusts technical factors in proportion to patient and body part being examined while minimizing radiation.
• Performs visual preventive safety inspections, completes tube warm-up procedures for each radiographic room/equipment as assigned. Records quality control activities, reports dangerous department or equipment conditions to appropriate personnel.
• Provides radiation protection to patient, self and staff according to the prescribed safety standards including but not limited to coning, proper techniques, film badge applications, and repeat.
• Performs visual preventive maintenance checks, records and reports results to appropriate personnel.
• Fills out maintenance forms.
• Practices sterile techniques to prevent cross contamination.
• Practices isolation techniques to prevent cross contamination.
• Receives consultation request checking for special instructions from the requesting physician, consults with radiologist as necessary. Pleasantly greets patients, confirming their identification and introducing yourself.
• Completely explains examination procedure to the patient and their family if present.
• Greets and introduces self to patient.
• Describes nature and time requirement of examination to patient.
• Identifies problem and communication to immediate supervisor; offers solutions as appropriate.

Responsibilities:

• Consults with radiologist and/or physician/nurse regarding examinations as necessary.
• Updates patient examination history file, records unusual conditions/limitations, documents examination time, room number and technique factors. Completes examination, consultation and billing procedures as require.

What you will need:

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Completion of AMA approved radiologic technology program.
• Registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Excellent customer service orientation skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels of hospital personnel, outside customers and community groups.
• Previous one year experience (preferred) as a Rad Tech or Radiologist.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.