Multi-Modality Radiologic Technologist (Flint Hills) - Radiology Diag - PRN

Part-time position with variable shift, less than 12 hours per shift. Hours per week vary. Non-exempt status.

About the role

Performs radiographic and other advanced modality imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic and advanced imaging procedures.
• Moves imaging equipment into specified position, determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree of penetration required, and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
• Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.
• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
• Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
• Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
• Performs office work including, but not limited to, answering phone, obtaining information from computer, and ordering departmental supplies.
• Assists in training students and/or new staff.
• Provides a positive image to customers by creating a friendly atmosphere and placing a high priority on meeting customer needs in a courteous manner.
• Provides services in a prompt manner at times convenient for the customers.
• Responds to needs and is knowledgeable of appropriate care for school-aged through gerontological patients.
• Contributes to a team atmosphere by demonstrating excellent communication skills, taking initiative to perform needed tasks, and being flexible to go beyond normal expectations to meet the needs of others.
• Adjusts break and lunch schedules to accommodate patient care. Does not accrue overtime unnecessarily or abuse sick-time. Call is a requirement of this position.
• Assists radiologist in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.
• Measures and mixes barium and contrast media.
• Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
• Performs exams in advanced imaging modalities. Assists radiologist in advanced imaging modality procedures.
• Able to operate advanced imaging surgery equipment.
• Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training, and requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 6 months experience in at least one advanced modality (Required).
• 3 months surgery experience (Required).
• 2 years experience in a hospital/clinic (Preferred).

Skills and Abilities

• Willingly accepts various work assignments. Is accountable and responsible for own actions/decisions.
• Approaches each day with a positive attitude and enthusiasm for job.
• Demonstrates proper use of equipment, time, and supplies in efforts to control costs.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuing personal and/or professional development. Maintains CEUs for certification.
• Demonstrates an openness to change through suggestions and constructive criticism.
• Understands and practices patient confidentiality.

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiography - ARRT (Required).
• Passage of at least one advanced modality (CT, NM, MRI, MG, or US), as determined by department needs (Preferred).
• Basic Life Support - BLS (Required within 90 days of hire).

Physical Demands

• Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 hours.
• Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 hours.
• Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 hours.
• Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 hours.
• Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 hours.
• Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 hours.
• Handling: Occasionally 1-3 hours.
• Hearing: Frequently 3-5 hours.
• Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 hours up to 50 lbs.
• Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 hours up to 50 lbs.
• Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 hours up to 50 lbs.
• Reaching (Forward): Rarely less than 1 hour up to 50 lbs.
• Reaching (Overhead): Rarely less than 1 hour up to 50 lbs.
• Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 hours.
• Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 hours.
• Standing: Occasionally 1-3 hours.
• Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Talking: Frequently 3-5 hours.
• Walking: Occasionally 1-3 hours.

Working Conditions

• Combative Patients: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Infectious Diseases: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Noise/Sounds: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour.
• Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hour.