Radiologic Technologist
Company: SSM Health
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: September 26, 2024
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Job Description:
It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
Department:
Diagnostic Radiology
Relocation assistance is available for those outside of metro St.
Louis.
The Radiology Department at St. Louis University Hospital takes
pride in the excellent team we have and the care we provide. All
equipment is DR and less than 3 years old.
You will have opportunities to work in the Emergency, ICU, Surgery,
Fluoroscopy, and perform Minor specials.
We have a Quality Assurance program and a Continuing Education
Resource center just for Imaging. SLU Hospital is an academic
institute as well as a Level 1 Trauma facility that offers
exceptional pay, benefits, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance,
matching retirement funds, and more If you would like to be a part
of this team, please submit your application today
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Radiology Director and Manager produces
quality diagnostic medical radiographs 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.
D) Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory.
Example:
ask name, date of birth, or SS number.
F) Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
6) Participates in continuing education. (2, 3) 5%
Criteria
A) Obtains 24 CE points every 2 years per ASRT regulation.
B)
Maintains a good standing rating with the ASRT.
7) Service:
Follow the Target 100 Standards. Provides service excellence to the
customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely,
high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner. (1, 2, 3,
4, 5, 6) 10%
Criteria
A) Demonstrates respect and compassion to our internal and external
customers, co-workers, and all others while delivering excellent
care and courteous service.
B) Follows the hospital confidentiality policy at all times.
C) Recognize the diverse needs of others in regard to culture,
religion, disability, etc.
G) Demonstrates willingness to work with others to achieve
work-related goals while performing daily duties and promote
teamwork.
H) Works with other departments to provide service to our
customers.
I) Follows HIPAA guidelines regarding patient health
information.
J) Answers questions in a knowledgeable manner or directs questions
to someone who is able to provide answers.
8) Performance Improvement (PI):
Incorporates Quality Improvement into one's daily work. (1, 2, 3,
4, 5) 5%
Criteria
A) Reviews departmental QI, QA, & QC monthly during the
departmental monthly meetings and by reviewing the posted
information.
B) Provides data/ input to the Radiology management staff
pertaining to the current departmental QI Teams projects.
9) Uses Hospital/ Radiology Information system according to policy.
(2, 3, 4, 5) 5%
Criteria
A) Enters information into the Radiology module correctly and in a
timely manner.
B) Provides training and direction to co-workers as necessary.
C) Moves all completed exams to taken status within 30 minutes of
completion of exam to help ensure the 24 hours report turnaround
time is met.
D) Enter/ edit exams as needed.
E) Print consent forms for procedures from Meditech as needed.
F) Check the internal MOX email system for messages. Send messages
that are professional and appropriate only.
10)
Age Appropriate Care: Provide age-appropriate care to: School age 6
years to 12 years, Adolescent 12 years to 18 years, Adult, 19 years
to 64 years, Geriatrics, 65+ years. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 5%
Criteria
A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth and
development necessary to provide services to the age of the
patients served by the department.
B) Demonstrate the ability to assess and interpret age specific
data to identify patient needs.
C) Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age
specific response to questions.
DISCLAIMER:
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Rationale for Essential Functions
1) The performance of this functions the reason the job exists.
2) There are limited employees among whom the performance of this
function can be distributed.
3) This function occupies a great deal of the employee's time.
4) This function is highly specialized. Employees are hired for the
skill/ability to perform this function.
5) Failure to perform this function may have serious
consequences.
6) The function was performed by past employees, and is performed
by current employees.
7) Exposure to blood borne pathogens that requires the use of
protective equipment.
8) Exposure to tuberculosis that requires the use of protective
equipment.
9) The performance of this functions the reason the job exists.
Job Specifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
Graduate of a Radiology Technology program and registry
eligible.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
Two years Radiology Technology experience preferred.
REQUIRED COURSE:
BLS
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to blood and body fluid. Exposure to blood borne pathogens
and other biological hazards. Subject to varying or unpredictable
situations.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to stand for and walk for long periods of time.
Ability to lift, push, and pull 100 plus pounds. Ability to move or
transfer patients. Ability to deal with strenuous and physical
activity daily in lifting, pulling, pushing, patients, radiographic
equipment cassettes and/or supplies.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location:
Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (
BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
And
ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
(ARRT)
Employee___________________________________________
Date____________
Supervisor__________________________________________
Date_____________
Department Head____________________________________
Date_____________
Administration_______________________________________
Date_____________
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature
and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be
construed, as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities,
and skills required of personnel so classified. An individual
working in their job classification must also perform specific
tasks upon request by supervisor personnel. Furthermore, the duties
and responsibilities for this job classification are subject to
change at the discretion of Saint Louis University Hospital.
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Job Type:
Employee
Department:
Radiation Oncology
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
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.
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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:
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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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