Radiologic Technologist-Weekend Option

Shift: Weekend Option - Weekend Nights - Fri., Sat. - 6:30pm - 7am. The Weekend Radiologic Technologist performs x-ray procedures to produce images for the purpose of diagnosing disease processes. Procedures can be performed at various locations throughout the Main Campus and at hospital associated imaging facilities. Competence is required for both fixed and mobile x-ray devices. Experience is required in high acuity areas, surgical areas and less acute out-patient customers. Radiologic Technologists are expected to participate in the training of student technologists. This role requires a minimum of a 12 month commitment and requires completion of an orientation training program.

Responsibilities

Perform x-ray procedures to produce images for the purpose of diagnosing disease processes; Participate in the training of student technologists; Demonstrate competence in the use of all x-ray equipment both fixed and mobile; Demonstrate flexibility in reviewing new approaches in response to changing organizational and healthcare needs; Seek out assistance appropriately in regard to policies and procedures, patient safety, infection control and other departmental and organizational requirements; Ensure that a high priority is recognized and observed by all staff relating to safety; Ensure that patients are treated in a timely fashion and that patient satisfaction requires technologist participation in the transport process; Provide input to Radiology Physician leadership in regard to interactions that provide "World Class" care in a teaching facility; Interact with all hospital customers to assist with patient and customer satisfaction and HCAPS scores; Participate and assist radiology leadership in the collection of information related to process improvement; Serve as a role model and assist in providing continuing education to all responsible individuals; Ensure communication is consistent, provided in multiple forms and is effective; Report information to Radiology leadership in regard to potential hazards, safety, and or behavioral demonstrations that do not provide for a safe and "world class" healthcare environment; Complete mandatory educational assignments as provided by Team Leaders, Supervisor or Assistant Director.

Requirements

Graduate of a two year accredited Radiology Technology program; Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 90 Days; Radiography (R) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Ability to utilize computer systems to perform patient testing and to retrieve data related to monitoring of quality and performance needs; Minimum of a 12 month commitment; Completion of an orientation training program; Competence in the use of all x-ray equipment both fixed and mobile; Experience in high acuity areas, surgical areas and less acute out-patient customers.

Nice to have

Associates Degree; Bachelors Degree; Additional language a plus.