Radiology Technologist or Radiology Technologist II or Radiology Technologist III or Sonographer Position Available In Spartanburg, South Carolina

Job Description:

Location:

Avera St Anthony’s HospitalWorker Type:

RegularWorkShift:

Primarily days with night, weekend and holiday on-callinvolvement (United States of America)

Pay Range:

The pay range forthis position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent uponexperience.$26.75

• $48.50Position Highlights
• May be eligible fora $10,000 sign-on bonus!

A Brief OverviewAccountable for theproficient operations of the radiographic procedures per physicianorders. May be responsible for areas of instruction and supervisionof students.

What you will do

• Performs various radiology procedures that produce examinationsof premium diagnostic quality according to established standardsand protocols.

Initiates proper intervention to radiologist or referringpractitioner when an exam indicates immediate attention. Reviews appropriate indications for exams ordered and reportsinappropriate indications to supervisor. Provides exam data in a complete and accurate format forpresentation to reading radiologist for interpretation. Utilizes computer systems such as;

PACS/RIS/HIS/EMR

systems andperforms general clerical duties. Archives image data for permanentstorage and appropriately sends images to radiologist group.

Retrieves stored images from PACS or disc back-up and make CDssuccessfully. Demonstrates an understanding of medical and legal implicationsand responsibilities related to the imaging reports and images toprotect the Patient and the Business/Institution. Maintains established department policies, procedures,objectives, quality assessment, safety, and environment andinfection control. Assists/mentors staff/student on-the-job training andorientation. Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records asrequired by department manager, Quality Improvement, JointCommission, MDH, ACR standards, OSHA guidelines or as may berequired by the facility or law.

Essential QualificationsTheindividual must be able to work the hours specified. To performthis job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential job function satisfactorily including having visualacuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability tocommunicate effectively with others, hear, understand anddistinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and thoselisted above are representative of the knowledge, skills, andabilities required to perform the essential job functions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as theaccommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

RequiredEducation, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Associate’s or certificate of completion from an accreditedSchool of Radiologic Technology ARRT Certification
• American Registry of RadiologicTechnologists (ARRT) and two or more additional radiologycertifications beyond this registration

Upon Hire andPreferredEducation, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• 1-3 years Experience as a radiology technologistExpectationsand Standards
• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision,core values, and social principles to serve patients, theirfamilies, and our community.

Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, andstewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude,Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm andsincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flowwith other team members and ensuring a productive and efficientenvironment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standardsassociated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission,DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

A Brief OverviewAccountable for theproficient operations of the radiographic and CT equipment toprovide clinically diagnostic images as directed by physicians.

Whatyou will do

• Performs radiographic, CT, Mammography and/or MRI imagingprocedures accurately, efficiently and according to establishedstandards and protocols.

Initiates proper intervention to radiologist or referringpractitioner when an exam indicates immediate attention. Reviews appropriate indications for exams ordered and reportsinappropriate indications to supervisor. Provides exam data in a complete and accurate format forpresentation to reading radiologist for interpretation and assistsPhysicians in performing specific diagnostic exams. Utilizes computer systems such as;

PACS/RIS/HIS/EMR

systems andperforms general clerical duties. Archives image data for permanentstorage and appropriately sends images to radiologist group.

Retrieves stored images from PACS or disc back-up and make CDssuccessfully. Demonstrates an understanding of medical and legal implicationsand responsibilities related to the imaging reports and images toprotect the Patient and the Business/Institution. Improves quality results by evaluating accuracy and quality ofimages; providing technical assistance; implementing newtechniques, equipment, and procedures. Assists/mentors staff/student on-the-job training andorientation. Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records asrequired by department manager, Quality Improvement, JointCommission, MDH, ACR standards, OSHA guidelines or as may berequired by the facility or law.

Essential QualificationsTheindividual must be able to work the hours specified. To performthis job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential job function satisfactorily including having visualacuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability tocommunicate effectively with others, hear, understand anddistinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and thoselisted above are representative of the knowledge, skills, andabilities required to perform the essential job functions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as theaccommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

RequiredEducation, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Associate’s or certificate of completion from an accreditedSchool of Radiology Radiography (R)
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(ARRT) and two or more additional radiology certifications beyondthis registration/certification Upon Hire or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
• American RegistryFor Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) and two or moreadditional radiology certifications beyond

ARRTregistration/certification Upon HirePreferred Education,License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Less than 1 year Experience in radiographyExpectations andStandards
• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision,core values, and social principles to serve patients, theirfamilies, and our community.

Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, andstewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude,Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm andsincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flowwith other team members and ensuring a productive and efficientenvironment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standardsassociated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission,DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

A Brief OverviewResponsible forperforming transthoracic echoes and vascular ultrasound exams,apply Holter and Event monitors, and perform EKGs on patients ofall ages as ordered.

What you will do

• Produces accurate and efficient clinical diagnostic images asdirected by providers and/or radiologists according to establishedstandards and protocols.

Initiates proper intervention to radiologist or referringprovider when test indicates immediate attention. Reviews appropriate indications for tests ordered and contactsprovider for more information when needed, reporting inappropriateindications to leadership. Provides test data in a complete and accurate format forpresentation to the reading radiologist for interpretation. Makeshard copy images as directed. Maintains established department policies, procedures,objectives, quality assessment, safety, and environment andinfection control. Assists with staff/student on-the-job training andorientation. Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records asrequired by department manager, Quality Improvement, JointCommission, MDH, ACR standards, OSHA guidelines or as may berequired by the facility or law. Assists medical records reconciliation of signed orders toperformed exams through daily QC.Essential QualificationsTheindividual must be able to work the hours specified. To performthis job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential job function satisfactorily including having visualacuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability tocommunicate effectively with others, hear, understand anddistinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and thoselisted above are representative of the knowledge, skills, andabilities required to perform the essential job functions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as theaccommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

RequiredEducation, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Associate’s or equivalent from two-year college or technicalschool; six months to one year related experience and/or training;equivalent combination of education and experience Ultrasound Technologist
• American Registry For DiagnosticMedical Sonography (ARDMS) American Registry of Diagnostic MedicalSonographer (ARDMS) or equivalent registration Upon Hire Ultrasound Technologist
• American Registry For DiagnosticMedical Sonography (ARDMS) New Graduates must have initial registrywithin 1 year of hire within 1

YearPreferred Education,License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Vascular experience recommendedExpectations and Standards
• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision,core values, and social principles to serve patients, theirfamilies, and our community.

Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, andstewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude,Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm andsincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flowwith other team members and ensuring a productive and efficientenvironment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standardsassociated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission,DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

You Belong at AveraBe part of amultidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of MovingHealth Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter. A Brief Overview Accountable for the proficient operations of the radiographic andCT equipment to provide clinically diagnostic images as directed byphysicians. What you will do Performs various radiology procedures accurately, efficientlyand according to established standards and protocols. Initiates proper intervention to radiologist or referringpractitioner when an exam indicates immediate attention. Reviews appropriate indications for exams ordered and reportsinappropriate indications to supervisor. Provides exam data in a complete and accurate format forpresentation to reading radiologist for interpretation. Utilizes computer systems such as

PACS, RIS, HIS EMR

systemsand performs general clerical duties. Archives image data for permanent storage and appropriatelysends images to radiologist group. Retrieves stored images formPACS or disc back-up and make CDs successfully. Demonstrates an understanding of medical and legal implicationsand responsibilities related to the imagine reports and images toprotect the patient and the organization. Maintains established department policies, procedures,objectives, quality assessment, safety, and environment andinfection control. Assists/mentors staff/student with on the job training,clinical rotations and orientation. Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records asrequired by department manager, Quality Improvement, JointCommission, MDH, ACR standards, OSHA guidelines or as may berequired by the facility or law. Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To performthis job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential job function satisfactorily including having visualacuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability tocommunicate effectively with others, hear, understand anddistinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and thoselisted above are representative of the knowledge, skills, andabilities required to perform the essential job functions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as theaccommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

Associate’s or a certificate of completion from an accreditedschool of Radiologic Technology ARRT Certification

• American Registry of RadiologicTechnologists (ARRT) within 60 Days Expectations and Standards Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision,core values, and social principles to serve patients, theirfamilies, and our community.

Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, andstewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude,Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm andsincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flowwith other team members and ensuring a productive and efficientenvironment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standardsassociated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission,DHHS, and OSHA if applicable. Benefits You Need & Then SomeAvera is proud to offer a wide rangeof benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. Wesupport you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthylives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into thefuture. PTO available day 1 for eligible hires. Free health insurance options, for full-time single coverage onAvera High Deductible Health Plan Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement Career development guided by hands-on training andmentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer

• Qualifiedapplicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, VeteranStatus, or other categories protected by law.

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