Radiologic Technologist - Hospital - Full Time

St. Croix Health is seeking a full-time (0.8 or 1.0 FTE) to join our team!This position will work primarily days and will be a part of weekend and holiday rotations.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for providing quality diagnostic imaging and patient care services. Uses care in accurately documenting all pertinent information on necessary forms and in the EMR. Responsible for efficient and effective operation of the daily activities within Radiology as directed. Assists lead technologists with execution of the daily operation of the Diagnostic Imaging department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform imaging procedures at a technical level requiring minimal supervision.

• Assist radiologist as necessary
• Work with lead technologists to proactively identify and solve problems

Ensure imaging quality, patient care, and workflow for assigned area.

• Uphold the highest standard of image quality and patient safety
• Seeking to expand knowledge by attending/completing educational opportunities

Employ several computer systems to maintain patient records and orders.

• Maintain proficiency in RIS and EMR
• Serve as super-user for specific equipment as directed by department leadership

Identify and report equipment problems.

• Generate work orders for equipment repairs and keep current on work order status as necessary
• Maintain working relationship with appropriate service engineer and/or physicist

Assists the lead to keep studies current.

• Work with lead to ensure exam protocols align with radiologist requirements and current practice standards
• Keep lead technologists and Imaging leadership informed about orders and processes to maximize efficiency

Assist with day-to-day operations.

• Remain informed and flexible with regards to work schedule
• Complete QA/QC as directed for modality accreditation process (if applicable)
• Make recommendations on areas of improvement
• Regularly attend department meetings and read department email
• Identify budgetary needs for area of responsibility
• Maintain department
• Assist with scheduling patients as directed

Perform other duties as necessary or required by assignment.

• Accept responsibility for students or prospective students placed in imaging department
• Take time to share experience and knowledge with future healthcare professionals
• Serve as a model professional