What are the responsibilities and job description for the imaging technologist position at Aspirus Health?
Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.
These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.
Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Laurium, MI is seeking an IMAGING TECHNOLOGIST to join our team
Duties include:
- Performs radiographic exams on patients of all ages and acuity according to physician orders and departmental policies and procedures
- Whenever applicable, demonstrates understanding and applies provisions for the needs of specific age groups in terms of their physical and motor development, psychosocial development, and intellectual/language development.
- Confirms patient identity, verifies physician orders, verifies informed consent as needed, and obtains clinical history.
- Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
- Prepares patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
- Selects and operates radiographic equipment and/or associated accessories to successfully perform procedures.
HOURS: Occasional/as needed
Experience/Qualifications
- Knowledge of radiology standards and procedures normally acquired through graduation from an approved radiology school with a certificate or Associate Degree in Radiology.
- Possesses and maintains active ARRT (R) (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) registry.
- Current CPR certification necessary.
- Possesses expert knowledge of and applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
Employee Benefits
- Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
- PTO accrual from day one
- Generous retirement plan with match available.
- Wellness program for employees and their families.
Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital is a 25-bed hospital grounded in a strong tradition of community and patient-focused care. We are a non-profit, community-directed health care organization based in Laurium, Michigan, with clinics and outreach services in Laurium, Calumet, Houghton and Lake Linden. Aspirus Keweenaw is part of the Aspirus, Inc. exclusive hospital and clinic network, home health and hospice care, pharmacy, critical care, rehab fitness center, medical goods and philanthropic foundation.
This is one of four hospitals in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the Aspirus family: joining Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital, Aspirus Ironwood and Aspirus Iron River Hospital.
Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.
Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.
As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.
Aspirus Health is a non-profit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin. Its 11,000 employees are focused on improving the health and well-being of people throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Aspirus serves communities through four hospitals in Michigan and 13 hospitals in Wisconsin, 75 clinics, home health and hospice care, pharmacies, critical care and air-medical transport, medical goods, nursing homes, and a broad network of physicians.
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