Radiology Technologist - Inpatient Radiology
SSM Health · St Louis, MO · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareInternship
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Radiology Director and Manager, produces quality diagnostic medical radiographs, including OR, Fluoro, DEXA, or EOS, to ensure proper diagnosis and quality patient care.
Responsibilities
- Produce quality radiographs (50%)
- Produces quality images by using appropriate exposure technique to ensure proper penetration of the area being radiographed.
- Demonstrates the proper use of metal markers and/or placement of markers electronically.
- Documents an appropriate patient history containing pertinent patient information regarding their condition and including patient limitations.
- Physician orders are to be written and verified prior to the start of the exam.
- Perform OR/Surgery cases using C‑arms and portable machines efficiently.
- Supervise and teach Radiology students exams and procedures as part of their clinical rotation, providing feedback to the Clinical Educator on their performance.
- Communicates technical information in a manner appropriate for the intended person (patient, co‑worker, etc.).
- Responds to changes in the workload using time to departmental advantage.
- Observe departmental policies, safety, environmental, and infection control standards (5%)
- Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition.
- Adheres to hospital safety and infection control policies.
- Reports faulty equipment to appropriate persons.
- Uses protective equipment as needed.
- Practices radiation safety for patients, self, and co‑workers.
- Wears radiation dosimetry badge daily.
- Attend departmental in‑services and meetings (5%)
- Attends appropriate orientations.
- Attends required in‑services.
- Attends departmental meetings or reads meeting minutes sent through the MOX system in Meditech.
- Reviews education poster boards located in the department.
- Perform other duties as needed by supervisors (5%)
- Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working in all areas of the hospital.
- Displays initiative and enthusiasm for non‑routine or extra duties.
- Seeks out duties that need to be done without being told to.
- Safety and infection control practices (5%)
- Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.
- Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients, families, and employees in accordance with hospital standards, including a clutter‑free environment, minimal background noise, and adherence to dress code.
- Reports risk management concerns.
- Completes all annual mandatory training (Safety/Fire, Blood‑Borne Pathogen, Hazardous Communication, TB, Department Specific, Age‑Appropriate Care, HIPAA, assigned .EDU courses).
- Verifies patient identification using two unique identifiers (e.g., name and date of birth) when armbands are not used.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safety.
- Participate in continuing education (5%)
- Obtains 24 CE points every 2 years per ASRT regulation.
- Maintains a good standing rating with the ASRT.
- Provide service excellence (10%)
- Demonstrates respect and compassion to internal and external customers, co‑workers, and others while delivering excellent care and courteous service.
- Follows the hospital confidentiality policy at all times.
- Recognizes diverse cultural, religious, and disability needs.
- Works collaboratively with others to achieve work‑related goals and promote teamwork.
- Coordinates with other departments to provide service to customers.
- Follows HIPAA guidelines regarding patient health information.
- Answers questions knowledgeably or directs them to appropriate personnel.
- Incorporate performance improvement (5%)
- Reviews departmental QI, QA, & QC monthly during departmental meetings and by reviewing posted information.
- Provides data/input to Radiology management staff pertaining to current departmental QI team projects.
- Use Hospital/Radiology Information System (5%)
- Enters information into the Radiology module correctly and in a timely manner.
- Provides training and direction to co‑workers as necessary.
- Moves all completed exams to “taken” status within 30 minutes of completion to help ensure the 24‑hour report turnaround time is met.
- Enters/edits exams as needed.
- Prints consent forms for procedures from Meditech as needed.
- Checks the internal MOX email system for messages and sends professional, appropriate communications.
- Provide age‑appropriate care (5%)
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth and development necessary to serve school‑age, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Assesses and interprets age‑specific data to identify patient needs.
- Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age‑specific responses to questions.
Qualifications
- Graduate of a Radiology Technology program and registry‑eligible.
- Two years Radiology Technology experience preferred.
- Required course: Basic Life Support (BLS).
- State licensure and certifications: Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS HCP) – American Heart Association; ARRT‑R Radiography – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
- Working conditions: exposure to blood, body fluids, blood‑borne pathogens, and other biological hazards; subject to varying or unpredictable situations.
- Physical requirements: ability to stand and walk for long periods; lift, push, and pull 100 + pounds; move or transfer patients; handle radiographic equipment, cassettes, and supplies.
Benefits
- Paid parental leave: one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE).
- Flexible payment options through DailyPay, offering instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply).
- Upfront tuition coverage via FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
- Comprehensive benefits package tailored to employee needs.
Schedule
- Day Shift (United States of America).
- Scheduled weekly hours: 36.