Radiology Technologist

Job Description Summary

The Radiology Technologist I radiographic procedures at a technical level requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology, a high degree of technical competency and with the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with a minimum of supervision. Apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and / or pediatric radiology. Other duties as deemed necessary.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000823 COL - Diagnostic Radiology (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Description / Summary :

The Radiology Technologist I radiographic procedures at a technical level requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology, a high degree of technical competency and with the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with a minimum of supervision.  Apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and / or pediatric radiology. Other duties as deemed necessary.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations and Education :

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.  Must be registered or registry eligible with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR / AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Temporary B SCRQSA license acceptable but must obtain ARRT Radiology Registration within 1 year of hire date.

Additional New Requirements :

Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.

Must possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Computer literacy.

Ability to work overtime as required.

Ability to learn and use new processes, tools, equipment as required.

Physical Requirements :  Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined / cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands / wrists / elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both hands / arms. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift / lower objects 15 lbs. from / to floor from / to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20 / 40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)

• (Selected Positions) Ability to determine distance / relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Frequent)
• (Selected Positions)
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Frequent)
• (Selected Positions)
• Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

Additional Job Description

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations and Education :

Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.  Must be registered or registry eligible with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR / AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Temporary B SCRQSA license acceptable but must obtain ARRT Radiology Registration within 1 year of hire date.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and / or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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