Student Radiologic Technologist (PRN)

Overview

St. Mary’s Medical Center, a 2020 Watson Health Top 100 Hospital, is a faith-based, 146-bed acute care facility providing a wide range of services, including 24-hour Emergency Department, Joint and Spine Institute, Surgical Services and St. Mary's Surgical Center. St. Mary's has provided high-quality compassionate care to the residents of Blue Springs and Eastern Jackson County for more than 30 years. St. Mary's, one of Kansas City’s best kept secrets, offers patients the best of both worlds--a warm, caring environment, close to home while providing the wide range of services and expertise typically found in much larger facilities.

 

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Responsibilities

We are seeking a Radiologic Technologist I (PRN), internally referred to as our Rad Tech I at St Mary’s Medical Center a member of Prime Healthcare. Focus will be on conducting diagnostic X-ray procedures, which involves operating X-ray equipment to capture images of patients' internal structures for diagnostic purposes. An important role in assisting healthcare providers by producing high-quality images that aid in diagnosing medical conditions and formulating treatment plans for our patients. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PRN.

 

Shift’s Available:  Variable

Employment Type: Per Diem (PRN)

Hours: Varied

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• perform Diagnostic Radiographic or other procedures according to department protocols
• responsible for ensuring that X-ray equipment is functioning properly and that images meet quality standards, which may involve performing equipment checks, calibrations, and troubleshooting as needed
• interact with patients to explain procedures, address concerns, and ensure their comfort and safety during X-ray examinations
• maintain accurate records of X-ray procedures, including patient information, images, and relevant medical history
• stay updated on advancements in radiologic technology and participate in continuing education to maintain licensure and certification
• operate radiographic equipment to produce high-quality images
• maintain your Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) and Kansas State Board of Healing Arts license

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING: 

• high school diploma or equivalent required
• currently attending an accredited health care educational program for radiologic technology
• meet state requirements for exemption from licensing to operate x-ray equipment. Documentation of state exemption required in personnel file
• completion of their first year curriculum requirements
• current BCLS (AHA)
• at least one year of clinical experience in the radiology technologist program required
• proficient computer skills

 

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