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MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

• Department: Imaging and Diagnostics

• Sign On Bonus: $** **20,000 WITH >1 YEAR’S EXPERIENCE, $15,000 WITH < 1 YEAR!** **Paid in full on 1st pay check!*

• Schedule: full time nights

• Pay Range starts at: $26.01/hour Daily pay available!

• Shift Differentials: Weekend option $7.50/hr plus Weekend $2/hr plus Nights $3/hr

• Location:** **MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand St. Louis, MO

+ **Credentials: ARRT-R within 6 months of hire date**

Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. *

* Qualified external candidates only

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Job Summary:

Takes x-rays of designated parts of the human body for diagnostic purposes and provides support for the imaging department. This position performs plain films, fluoro, portables, and OR exams and/or plain films and Bone Density (BD registry required).

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Explains procedures to patient to ensure understanding. Provides appropriate educational material.

+ Transports patients to and from clinical areas and verifies patient identity according to policies and procedures. Prepares patient for radiology exam by positioning the patient for the procedure.

+ Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevents patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.

+ Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.

+ Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.

+ Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).

+ Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.

+ Maintains a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms and any other areas in department.

+ May perform limited CT procedures in emergent situations when CT Technologist is not on site.

+ Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

+ Associate's degree or completion of a radiology certification program

EXPERIENCE

+ No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Constant standing and walking.

+ Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).

+ Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.

+ Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.

+ Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.

+ Frequent lifting/moving of patients.

+ Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.

+ Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.

+ Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.

+ Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.

+ Rare kneeling and sitting.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

State of Work Location: Illinois

+ Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

+ And

+ Radiologic Technologists - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

+ Or

+ Radiologic Technologists – Temporary Accreditation - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

+ And

+ ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

+ Or

+ ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

+ And

+ ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

+ Or

+ ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

State of Work Location: Missouri and Oklahoma

+ Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

+ And

+ ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

+ Or

+ ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

+ And

+ ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

+ Or

+ ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

State of Work Location: Wisconsin

+ Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)

+ And

+ Radiographer, Licensed - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

+ And

+ ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

+ Or

+ ARRT-BD Bone Density - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

+ And

+ ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Work Shift:

Night Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

4202000037 Radiology

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

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:** 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.

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