Radiology Tech

Company: SSM Health
Location: Jefferson City
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

It's more than a career, it's a calling

MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

Department: Imaging and Diagnostics

Sign On Bonus: $10,000 Paid in full on 1st pay check!

Schedule: Full Time Evening

Pay Range starts at: $26.01/hour Daily pay available!

Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts

Location:MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City

Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify.

Qualified external candidates only

• Must have ARRT-R credential within 6 months of hire date Fulfill your calling and be a part of the SSM Team. Apply Today!
  
  Job Summary:
  
  Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. This position performs plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR exams and/or plain films and Bone Density
  
  Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
  
  PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding. Provides appropriate educational material.
  • Transports patients to and from clinical areas and verifies patient identity according to policies and procedures. Prepares patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.
  • 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.
  • Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.
  • Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers 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.
  • Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION
    • completion of a radiology certification programEXPERIENCE
      • No experience required
        REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
        • Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
        • And
        • ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 6 months of hire
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          Work Shift:
          
          Evening Shift (United States of America)
          
          Job Type:
          
          Employee
          
          Department:
          
          Radiology
          
          Scheduled Weekly Hours:
          36
          
          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. Explore All Benefits
            
            SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
            
            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: o ur 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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