Radiologic Technologist I - Maui Memorial - 40hr Evening
Kaiser Permanente · Wailuku, HI · 1 wk ago
$44.45–$48.08/hrFull-time
About the Role
Under direct and indirect supervision, provides general radiology and fluoroscopic imaging in the radiology department, emergency department, surgery, morgue, and portable bedside service areas.
Responsibilities
- Performs radiologic examinations according to departmental protocols within diagnostic imaging, operating room, emergency department, and hospital patient rooms; positions patients, provides immobilization devices as required, and selects technical factors for optimal imaging.
- Reviews orders, correlates patients' clinical history with exams, and reviews previous studies for follow-up or progressive requests.
- Consults with attending Radiologists and Registered Nurses as needed.
- Follows all National Patient Safety Goals; double-identifies patients using appropriate criteria prior to performing studies.
- Ensures accuracy of information and data entry while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
- Captures required documentation in the Radiology Information System (RIS).
- Assists with screening patients for contraindications; prepares sterile fields, contrast agents, and floor stock medications.
- Maintains sterility of surgical packs, trays, and disposables; ensures adequate supplies during procedures.
- Assists radiologists during fluoroscopic procedures; operates general radiology, fluoroscopy, and portable imaging systems.
- Post-processes and reviews images; prepares images for Radiologist interpretation and transmits to Diagnostic Imaging PACS system.
- Maintains working knowledge of all department equipment and devices; reports malfunctions, accidents, or unsafe conditions.
- Provides compassionate, service-oriented communication with patients, explaining procedures and answering questions.
- Dismisses patients for transport or assists with transport at the end of procedures; provides safety instructions to patients, family, and staff.
- Applies ALARA Principles to minimize radiation exposure; records fluoroscopy time used during procedures.
- Functions as part of the resuscitation team during Code Blue and Rapid Response situations.
- Maintains daily materials, linen supply, and general order and cleanliness of assigned rooms.
- Rotates and shares on-call responsibilities for General Radiology service areas.
- Pursues ongoing continuing education; attends departmental meetings or in-service presentations.
- Performs post-mortem radiology, including taking X-rays of cadavers in the hospital morgue.
Requirements
- Associate degree in radiologic technology from an accredited school or two (2) years of experience in a directly related area.
- Radiographer License (Hawaii) required at hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at hire.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certificate - Radiography required at hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Trauma, fluoroscopy, and surgery experience.
Schedule
- Full-time, standard worker location (onsite).
- Shift: Evening (01:00 PM – 11:30 PM).
- Workdays: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
- Scheduled weekly hours: 40.
- Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.
Pay
$44.45 - $48.08 per hour. Actual base pay determined at offer based on labor market data, internal alignment, and candidate’s experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.