Radiology Clinical Associate

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Saint Joseph Health System is proud to offer Daily Pay.  Work Today, Get Paid Today!

Why Saint Joseph Health System?
At Saint Joseph Health System, our values give us strength. That character guides every decision we make - even when those decisions are complicated, costly or hard. We honor our mission to care for every man, woman and child who needs us by investing in technology, people and capabilities that allow us to set the standard for quality care. 

What we offer:

• Tuition reimbursement for all full and part-time colleagues effective first day of employment
• Benefits day one (Including: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life, STD/LTD, etc.)
• Retirement savings account with employer match
• Generous paid time off programs + 7 paid holidays
• NO mandatory overtime
• Employee referral incentive program
• State of the art equipment, unlimited CEU’s and supportive team approach

About the job:

• Assists IR Radiology Technologists in performing radiographic procedures on patients.  Always functions under the direct supervision of a IR Radiology Technologist.
• Assists and holds patients during a radiographic procedure at the direction of a Radiologic Technologist.
• Performs general support duties such as answering telephones, obtaining orders including verbal orders, relaying messages, phoning results, and preparing images or reports upon request.
• Performs transportation duties on various patients to and from the Radiology department.
• Exhibits mastery of all functions of: Radiographic equipment in use with the main Radiology and the Emergency departments and portable units, fluoroscopic equipment including mobile units, and image viewing systems and procedures pertinent to the radiographic equipment used.
• Produces images of the highest technical quality while adhering to the principle of ALARA in regards to radiation dose, using shielding, collimation, and cassette sizes.
• Assists Radiologist and Radiology Technologist during fluoroscopy and other patient examinations.  Prepares patient and exam room prior to Radiologist arrival.
• Positions and transfers patients, provides a safe environment, and uses positioning devices as necessary.

Requirements:

• Education:   High school diploma or equivalent.  Must be a current student in second year, or graduate of a formal program in Radiologic Technology in an AMA approved school.  
• Licensure:  Current BLS/CPR certification
• Experience:  Must possess sound knowledge in the production of radiographs and possess analytical skills necessary in maintaining Radiology records.
  Must possess interpersonal skills sufficient to interact well with patients and other hospital personnel.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.