Performs diagnostic x-rays and imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and radiation guidelines are followed. Manages clinical education for students, acting as a liaison between the hospital and educational institutions.
Requirements summary
Requires an Associate's degree and at least two years of experience. Must hold ARRT-R certification and relevant state licensure (IEMA for IL, or equivalent for MO, OK, or WI) along with BLS HCP certification.
MO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department.
May perform plain films, fluoro, portables and/or OR exams.
Performs assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and modification of clinical education across all imaging modalities.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding.
Provides appropriate educational material.
Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
Ensures prompt submission of all high-quality images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, images labeled correctl and patient data/history).
Ensures equipment is properly functioning.
Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
Maintains a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.
Ensures compliance with education program's regulatory agencies, professional requirements, student clinical site contracts, and associate certification and registration requirements.
Oversee any potential conflicts with the technologists and the students, utilizes caution and tact to overcome and aid in conflict resolution.
Act as a liaison between the hospital and the school's faculty.
Maintain student evaluations and certifications.
Maintain and conduct student hospital orientation.
Participate on the school's Advisory Board.
Render advice and suggestions for improvement of student clinical education.
Assure the time cards are monitored accurately, document absences, and communicate to the school these absences.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION Associate's degree EXPERIENCE Two years' experience PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Constant standing and walking.
Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Rare kneeling and sitting.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS State of Work Location: Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Or Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) State of Work Location: Missouri, Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) State of Work Location: Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Job Type: Employee Department: 4202000010 Radiology Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Benefits: SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
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