Imaging Technologist - PRN

A brief summary of what's ahead

Location:

Full Time Equivalent (FTE):

Job position summary:

The benefits have never been more rewarding. Here are a few things we offer:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Holiday premium pay
• Shift and weekend differential pay
• 401k with$.50/$1.00 up to 6% Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Employee assistance program

Here is a look at the full job description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct themselves in a respectful and professional manner in all interactions using Hutchinson Regional Medical Center’s Mission Statement and Core Values as a guide.
• Ensure proper patient identity by checking two forms of identification per hospital policy, and confirming physician orders.
• Attend and complete all mandatory meetings and in-services, as well as assigned continuing education.
• Complete and maintain departmental competency checklists.
• Effectively utilize resources and time.
• Identify and report issues and concerns to effectively solve problems.
• Show interest, and actively participate in Process Improvement projects, both departmentally and hospital wide.
• Be able to collaborate with others in a team environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Demonstrate an ability to effectively listen and communicate with medical professionals, students, patients and families.
• Show accountability through adherence to all hospital policies referenced in the employee handbook, such as but not limited to attendance, dress code, etc.
• Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• Serve a population newborn through geriatric.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Demonstrates knowledge of human anatomy and proper radiological positioning in accordance with departmental protocols.
• Demonstrates competency in ensuring patient safety.
• Completes continuing education biannually in accordance with Kansas State and ARRT regulations for current licensing and registration purposes.
• Demonstrates ability to verify physician orders, insure proper reason for procedures and safely administer imaging contrast agents.
• Effectively communicates the exam requirements, risks and benefits to ease anxiety and obtain informed consent.
• Uses proper radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation dose to patients, fetus, staff, and self in accordance with the ALARA principle.
• Demonstrates leadership skills.
• Mentors other staff members and students.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• N/A

REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:

• Integrity:
  • A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing.
  • The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System.
• Compassion:
  • A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact.
  • Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations.
• Accountability:
  • Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues.
  • Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes.
• Respect:
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population.
  • Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation.
• Excellence:
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with a proven ability to influence and lead teams to conclusion/decision making.
  • Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and provide coaching and leadership on complex projects.
  • Must be able to lead and/or facilitate process improvement.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Associates degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school in Radiologic Technology or 1-year experience working as an Imaging Associate.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• N/A

REQUIRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography, ARRT (R).  New grads must be registered within 90 days of hire.
• Healthcare Provider BLS through AHA or ARC before start date.

PREFERRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Licensed by the Kansas Board of Healing Arts (LRT).

We provide equal employment opportunities

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.

We participate in E-Verify

We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before we can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. We will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed form I-9.