SSM Health·Missouri
Produces quality diagnostic medical radiographs including OR, Fluoroscopy, Dexa, or EOS procedures to ensure accurate diagnosis. Maintains departmental safety, infection control standards, and provides age-appropriate patient care.
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MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Worker Type: PRN Job Summary: Under the direction of the Radiology Director and Manager produces quality diagnostic medical radiographs, including OR, Flouro, Dexa, or EOS, to ensure proper diagnosis and quality patient care.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements: POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (% of time) Essential Functions: The Following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria: Position Accountabilities 1) Demonstrates the skills to produce quality radiographs. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6) 50% Criteria A) Produces quality images by using appropriate exposure technique to ensure proper penetration of the area being radio graphed.
B) Demonstrates the proper use of metal markers and or placement of markers electronically.
C) Document an appropriate patient history containing pertinent patient information regarding their condition and including patient limitations.
D) Physician orders are to be written and verified prior to the start of the exam.
E) Perform OR/Surgery cases using C-arms and portable machines efficiently.
F) Supervise and teach Radiology students exams and procedures as part of their clinical rotation, providing feedback to the Clinical Educator on their performance.
G) Communicates technical information in a manner appropriate for the intended person (patient, co-worker etc.).
H) Responds to changes in the workload using time to departmental advantage.
2.) Observes established departmental policies, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. (1, 2, 3, 4,5, 6, 7, 8) 5% Criteria A) Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition.
B) Adheres to hospital safety and infection control policies.
C) Reports faulty equipment to appropriate persons.
D) Uses protective equipment as needed.
E) Practice Radiation Safety for patients, self, and co-workers.
F) Wear radiation dosimetry badge daily.
3) Attends departmental in-services and meetings as instructed by Manager. (1, 2, 3, 5) 5% Criteria A) Attends appropriate orientations.
B) Attends required in-services.
C) Attends departmental meetings or reads the meeting minutes that is send through the MOX system in Meditech.
D) Reviews education poster boards located in the department.
4) Performs other duties as appropriate and needed by supervisors. (1, 2 ,4) 5% Criteria A) Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working in all areas of the hospital.
B) Displays initiative and enthusiasm for non-routine or extra duties.
C) Seeks out duties that need to be done without being told to.
5) Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8) 5% Criteria A) Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines.
B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards.
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Maintains clutter free environment.
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Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum.
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Adheres to dress code.
C) Reports risk management concerns.
D) Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory.
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Safety/Fire 2.
Blood Borne Pathogen 3.
Hazardous Communication 4.
TB 5.
Department Specific 6.
Age Appropriate Care (for clinical staff only) 7.
HIPAA 8.
Assigned .EDU courses E) All patients are to be properly identified by checking the patient armband.
In areas that do not utilize armbands, 2 unique identifiers should be used to verify identification of the patient.
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.
Requires graduation from a Radiology Technology program and registry eligibility, with a preference for two years of experience. Must hold current BLS certification and ARRT-R radiography certification.
Market context
In Missouri, Radiology Technician II openings are typically driven by steady imaging demand in hospitals, outpatient centers, and specialty clinics. These roles are competitive because employers often look for ARRT-R certification, current BLS, registry eligibility, and prior experience, while benefits such as paid parental leave, flexible payment options, and upfront tuition coverage can help candidates compare offers. Before applying, confirm your certification status and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
