SSM Health
Location
Saint Charles, Missouri
Salary
$27 / HOUR
The role involves taking diagnostic X-rays of designated body parts, performing various exams like plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR procedures, while ensuring patient understanding and safety. Responsibilities also include preparing and positioning patients, administering contrast media, monitoring procedures, and maintaining high-quality image submission to PACS.
Candidates must complete a Radiology Technology program and obtain ARRT-R certification within six months of hire, with no prior experience explicitly required. Essential duties involve constant physical activity, patient interaction, adherence to radiation safety protocols, and potentially performing limited CT procedures in emergencies.
Completion of Radiology program and ARRT-R within 6 months of hire date Join the SSM Team and make an impact. 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 (BD registry required). 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. May perform limited CT procedures in emergent situations when CT Technologist is not on site. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION Completion of a Radiology Technology program
Illinois Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) Or Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Missouri and Oklahoma Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) And ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Or ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
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.
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