The intern/associate will perform imaging examinations under the guidance of a registered technologist to assist in diagnosing medical conditions. Responsibilities include preparing patients, operating imaging equipment, and ensuring quality control of images.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have completed the first year of an ARRT approved training program and obtain Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of hire. The role requires independent judgment and technical skills in radiologic procedures.
Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview Under the direction and guidance of a registered technologist (Diagnostic/CT/MRI), performs imaging examinations or various anatomical parts and systems of the body in order to assist physicians in the diagnosis and/or treatment of physical injuries or medical disorders. Provides support to the Imaging department and Medical Imaging reception areas. Experience Qualifications Satisfactory completion of the first year of an American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) approved training program. Required Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support - BLS Required within the first 90 days of hire. What you will do Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures. Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. Moves imaging equipment into specified position, determines exposure factors on basis of height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree of penetration required, and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis when needed. Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed. Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient’s bedside. Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff during exams. Assists radiologist in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations when needed. Measures and mixes barium and contrast media as needed. Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician. Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed. Performs office work including, but not limited to, answering phone, filing, obtaining information from computer. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability On-Site; No Remote Scope No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget
Responsibility
No
Budget
Responsibility
Physical
Demands
Balancing:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Carrying:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Climbing (Stairs):
Rarely less than 1 hour
Crawling:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Crouching:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Eye/Hand/Foot
Coordination:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Feeling:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Grasping (Fine
Motor):
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Grasping (Gross
Hand):
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Handling:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Hearing:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Kneeling:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Lifting:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours up to 50 lbs
Operate
Foot
Controls:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Pulling:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours up to 50 lbs
Pushing:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours up to 50 lbs
Reaching (Forward):
Occasionally 1-3
Hours up to 50 lbs
Reaching (Overhead):
Rarely less than 1 hour up to 50 lbs
Repetitive
Motions:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Sitting:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Standing:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Stooping:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Talking:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Walking:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Working
Conditions
Combative
Patients:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Infectious
Diseases:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Noise/Sounds:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Radiant
Energy:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Risk of
Exposure to
Blood and
Body
Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hour Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications. Email your resume and cover letter to the applicable team below. We'll review your experience to see if there may be a fit with other current or upcoming opportunities.
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Allied
Health: alliedhealth@stormontvail.org
Ancillary: ancillary@stormontvail.org Interested in working in Healthcare but don't know where to start?
Reach out to our
Career
Counselor,
Morgan
Ray via email: morgan.ray@stormontvail.org Stormont Vail Health is a nonprofit integrated health system that has been serving the health care needs of Kansas for more than 130 years. Stormont Vail has been recognized as a Magnet® organization since 2009 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. It is composed of Stormont Vail Hospital, a 586-bed acute care hospital, and Cotton O’Neil Clinic, a multi-specialty physician group with more than 500 providers, which includes more than 250 physicians. Nearly 5,300 employees provide care and support services for patients in the hospital and 35 other locations, including the Cotton O’Neil Heart Center, Cancer Center, Diabetes & Endocrinology Center, Digestive Health Center, Pediatrics clinics and 10 regional primary care clinics. Stormont Vail Health is committed to its mission of improving the health of the community by being a national leader in providing compassionate, high quality and efficient integrated care through collaboration that results in a healthier community.
