Radiology Technologist, Weekend Package

Main Purpose

The main purpose of a Radiologic Technologist WEP is to produce the best quality radiographs on a patient of any age, in a very caring and timely manner and covering weekends as described in this job description.

Work Schedule

• Friday: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
• Saturday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Sunday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Call Coverage

• Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Responsibilities

• Performs CT scanning independently.
• Performs venipuncture for CT procedures independently and safely operates a power injector for CT procedures.
• Performs radiologic procedures independently.
• Operates DR for processing x-ray images independently.
• Operates all radiation emitting x-ray equipment independently (general rad room, portable x-ray machine, digital fluoroscopy room, mobile C-Arm) utilizing appropriate technique factors based on the patient’s age, size, and body habitus.
• Operates independently in a sterile surgical environment utilizing the mobile C-Arm and/or portable x-ray machine.
• Completes all required competencies in the time allowed.
• Answers telephone calls and utilizes the phone system and all computer and software systems proficiently.
• Always follows the necessary patient identification procedures to ensure the “correct patient, correct procedure, correct date” is ensured.
• Follows all radiation protection procedures per policy.
• Must be able to communicate to patients in written and verbal form in order to properly explain procedures as well as gather pertinent information prior to performing certain procedures.
• Supervises radiography students in the performance of departmental functions.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an Accredited Radiography Program (JRCERT or equivalent).
• Current Iowa Permit to Practice Radiography.
• Current ARRT registration in Radiography.
• Current BLS certification.
• Experienced in CT operations is preferred.

Requirements

• Must be able to meet the physical requirements as outlined in the Job Requirements document.

Wage

Wage commensurate with experience.

Shifts

• Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
• Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Contact Information

Apply online at www.vandiestmc.org under "Careers" link at bottom of page.
Questions? Please contact Human Resources at (515) 832-7711.