IMAGING SPECIALISTS (KAUAI-KR336) ACTIVE RECRUITMENT*

Full Time
HHSC Kaua'i Region
Posted on June 22, 2021

***IMMEDIATE VACANCIES IN THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS – ACTIVE RECRUITMENT UNTIL NEEDS ARE MET***

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: Updated on May 24, 2023

POSITION TITLE: IMAGING SPECIALISTS (X-RAY, COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY TECHNOLOGIST, ULTRASOUND, ECHO, etc.)

STATUS: Permanent / Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

SALARIES: *Rates are based on a monthly rate at 1.0 FTE and include shortage differentials*

Imaging Specialist II – $4,012 + $668 per month | SR18 | BU13
Imaging Specialist III – $4,337 + $863 per month | SR20 | BU13
Imaging Specialist IV – $4,692 + $1,548 per month | SR22 | BU13
Imaging Multi Modality Specialist – $4,881 + $2,052 per month | SR23 | BU13

LOCATIONS: These positions are located in the Imaging Services/Radiology departments at HHSC Kaua’i Region. Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital (KVMH), Samuel Mahelona Memorial Hospital (SMMH), and the Kaua’i Region Clinics, which include: The Clinic at Waimea, The Clinic at Port Allen, The Clinic at Kalāheo, Specialty Clinic at Kalāheo, The Clinic/Urgent Care at Po’ipū, and The Clinic at Kapa’a, are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation, a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i.

The Imaging Services/Radiology departments provide diagnostic imaging services, scheduled, or on an emergency basis, as required for the care and treatment of inpatients and outpatients, aged birth to death. The responsibilities include but are not limited to the following procedures: diagnostic radiography, computed tomography, tela-radiography, mammography, magnetic resonance imaging, and ultrasonography.

JOB FUNCTIONS: The Imaging Specialists perform, advise on, supervise, evaluate, and/or manage the operation of ionizing radiation-producing equipment for diagnostic imaging purposes in accordance with physician’s orders, protocols, and quality standards and/or specialized imaging procedures utilizing specialized imaging equipment in accordance with policies and procedures, protocols and quality standards. The Imaging Specialists report directly to the Regional Director of Imaging, position no. 20896, or its designee.

Candidates must be able to work rotating shifts, weekends and holidays, standby, and call back duty based on hospital/clinic operations. Services are provided 24/7.

Kaua’i Veterans Memorial Hospital – Waimea, Kaua’i, HI

#55850 – Imaging Specialist IV (X-Ray/CT) – posted on 07/07/2020 Revised 7/1/2022
#55851 – Imaging Multi Modality Specialist (Ultrasound) – posted on 12/07/2021; Revised 05/24/2023
#58041 – Imaging Multi Modality Specialist (Ultrasound/Echo) – posted on 08/25/2022

BENEFITS:

13 paid holidays each year (14 during election years)
21 paid vacation days per year
21 paid sick days per year
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
Retirement and Deferred Compensation plans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated, the required education and experience are credited based on a 40-hour workweek. Also, please see below the additional requirements according to the level of the position. All applicants are required to provide evidence of all applicable education, licenses, and certifications.

***Possession of specific certifications and level of experience may be required for certain positions. See below additional minimum qualification requirements based on position level***

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an approved program recognized by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Excess work experience as described below in the experience requirement section which provided knowledge, skills, and abilities comparable to those acquired in four (4) years of successful study while completing a college or university curriculum leading to a baccalaureate degree may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. To be acceptable, the experience must have been of such scope, level, and quality as to assure the possession of comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Licensure: Current State of Hawai’i Radiologic Technologist license as a radiographer.

Certification: Current certification issued from the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Workers. See below for additional certification requirements.

Experience: See below for additional experience requirements.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of the operation of imaging equipment, radiation safety, departmental protocols, standard precautions, hospital policies and procedures, rules and regulations, government regulatory requirements, and accrediting standards, perform the full range of services to the patients of the work site, independently. Basic knowledge of specialized imaging equipment and physics of specialized imaging procedures, safety, medical terminology, and department protocols. Thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures, and work rules of the work site; basic knowledge of Cross Sectional Anatomy is required.

Ability to: Perform a full range of diagnostic imaging procedures utilizing ionizing radiation equipment independently and provide instruction regarding imaging procedures and radiation safety to subordinates and others. Apply the principles, methods, and techniques of specialized imaging equipment/procedures; deal effectively with patients and other individuals; operate specialized imaging equipment; keep records and prepare reports and instruct patients and others in the specialized imaging procedures. Ability to interpret and formulate operating policies and procedures, direct the work of others, and establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships.

Code of Ethics: Ability to meet the specific needs of patients with a variety of disabilities; retain emotional stability and maturity despite emotional and physical pressures; demonstrated ability to use independent judgment and initiative. Ability to promote a positive, collaborative practice atmosphere.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Applicants must be physically able to perform, efficiently and effectively, the essential duties of the position which typically require the ability to read without strain printed material the size of typewritten characters, glasses permitted, and the ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, or the ability to compensate satisfactorily.

Hazards: May be exposed to infectious diseases or hazardous substances. Exposure to radiation hazards on a daily basis

Mental/Emotional Requirements: All applicants must possess emotional and mental stability appropriate to the job duties and responsibilities and working conditions.

***Please see below the additional requirements based on the position level***

IMAGING SPECIALIST II (X-RAY)

Experience Requirement: Six (6) months of progressively responsible professional imaging technologist/specialist experience which demonstrated a thorough knowledge of imaging procedures and/or techniques such as myelograms, discograms, arthrograms, etc., including the X-raying of such areas of the human anatomy as the chest, skull, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and vascular system.

Certifications: Current ARRT (R) American Registry of Radiologic Technologist certification in Radiography.

IMAGING SPECIALIST III (X-RAY & COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY)

Imaging Experience: One (1) year of progressively responsible professional imaging technologist experience which demonstrated a thorough knowledge of imaging procedures and/or techniques such as myelograms, discograms, arthrograms, etc., including the X-raying of such areas of the human anatomy as the chest, skull, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and vascular system.

Specialized Experience: One-half (1/2) year of progressively responsible professional work experience as a specialist in computed tomography in a clinical or hospital environment.

Certifications: Current ARRT (R) American Registry of Radiologic Technologist certification in Radiography.

Substitution of Experience for Education:

1. Successful completion of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology with a certificate or associate degree and two (2) years of professional radiologic experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree.

2. Excess work experience as described under the Imaging which provided knowledge, skills, and abilities comparable to those acquired in four (4) years of successful study while completing a college or university curriculum leading to a bachelor’s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

*Supervisory Aptitude: Applicants must possess supervisory aptitude. Supervisory aptitude is the demonstration of aptitude or potential for the performance of supervisory duties through successful completion of regular or special assignments which involve some supervisory responsibilities or aspects; by serving as a group or team leader, previous work experience in a position that demonstrates or performs supervisory functions or in similar work in which opportunities for demonstrating supervisory capabilities exist; by completion of training courses in supervision accompanied by application of supervisory skills in work assignments; or by favorable appraisals by a supervisor indicating the possession of supervisory potential.

IMAGING SPECIALIST IV (X-RAY & COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY)

Imaging Experience: One-and-one-half (1 ½) years of progressively responsible professional imaging technologist/specialist experience which demonstrated a thorough knowledge of imaging procedures and/or techniques such as myelograms, discograms, arthrograms, etc., including the X-raying of such areas of the human anatomy as the chest, skull, gastrointestinal tract, urinary tract, and vascular system.

Specialized Experience: One (1) year of progressively responsible professional work experience as a specialist in computed tomography in a clinical or hospital environment.

Certifications: Advanced Certification – Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Computed Tomography (CT).

IMAGING MULTI-MODALITY SPECIALIST (GENERAL, ULTRASOUND, ECHO, etc.)

Imaging Experience: One (1) year of experience as a staff Ultrasonographer in a clinical or hospital environment. One (1) year of work experience as a staff Echo Tech/Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer performing diagnostic cardiac examinations in a clinical or hospital environment.

Specialized Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible work experience as a specialist of which at least a minimum of one (1) year of work experience must have been gained in each of two (2) or more of the following modalities: echocardiography and ultrasound in a clinical or hospital environment.

Certifications: Registered American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) and Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS).

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To apply for this job email your details to cguirao@hhsc.org

HOW TO APPLY: Please complete our HHSC Employment Application even if you are submitting your resume. Once complete, you may either email your application and any other relevant documents directly to Kauai Recruitment at kauaijobs@hhsc.org or mail them to our address listed below with an attention to our Human Resources Department.

For any inquiries, please contact us at:

HHSC- Kauai Region Human Resources 4643 Waimea Canyon Drive, Waimea, HI 96796 KVMH: (808)338-9425 | SMMH: (808)823-4116 KVMH Fax: (808)338-9286 | SMMH Fax: (808)823-4179 Email: kauaijobs@hhsc.org

Recruitment posting are continuous until needs are met
All job vacancies will be posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Possession of the required amount of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. Overall paid or unpaid experience must have been of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of this position. Provide a detailed description of your duties and responsibilities. If you worked on a part-time basis, indicate the average number of hours worked per week. Please note that experience will be based on a 40-hour workweek. Note: We will not postpone the recruitment process because of your failure to provide accurate and complete information concerning your qualifications.

MERIT OR CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM: You must meet the minimum qualification requirements, including education, experience, other public employment requirements for State Civil Service employment, and HHSC Standards of Fitness. Only those applicants that are scheduled for an interview with the hiring manager will be contacted. Applications will be kept active for six (6) months.

CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. and at the time of appointment will be required to become a Hawaii resident within a reasonable time from hire.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: If you are claiming Veteran’s Preference, you must submit a copy of your DD214 and/or other substantiating documents specifying the periods of your service.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be able to physically and mentally perform efficiently the duties of the position. Qualified applicants with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the advertised position are encouraged to apply. The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodation should be ready to discuss the accommodation sought so that a determination can be made that such accommodation is reasonable and would not cause the employer undue hardship.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT: Offers of employment will be conditioned on the results of a complete physical examination, which includes a drug screening. For certain job categories, applicants may be referred to an HHSC-designated physician, rather than the applicant’s personal physician of choice. The cost for all physical examinations, except the cost for the drug screening, shall be borne by the applicant and not the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation. The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation shall bear the cost of the drug screening.

CRIMINAL/BACKGROUND, CREDENTIALING CHECKS: Applicable checks will be conducted periodically and any associated costs may be borne by the applicant. If a job offer is made or employment is begun prior to completion of all applicable checks, any offer of employment or continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory return of all required checks.

HOW TO APPLY: Please complete and submit our HHSC Employment Application. Only applicants that have been through a Human Resources (HR) applicant screening process will be considered for an interview with the hiring manager. Applications for announcements with a deadline date must be on file no later than the last day to file applications. Applications received for positions with "Continuous Recruitment Until Needs are Met" will be accepted as long as there are vacancies. Inactive/filled announcements will be taken off the HHSC website.

STEPS TO AN ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW, SUBSEQUENT APPEALS: If you do not agree with a decision made by the Employment Office as to your non-qualification or non-selection for a position, you may complete a Request for Administrative Review form or you may submit a written request within twenty (20) days from the date of your sent notice to the Regional Chief Executive Officer/Designee. Your letter requesting the Administrative Review must include 1. The job title(s) and recruitment number(s), 2. the specific reason(s) you are requesting the review noting if there is a statute or rule violation, and 3. any additional information you want to submit to substantiate your request. If you do not submit your request within the twenty (20) days deadline, no Administrative Review will be conducted. Since the Administrative Review is a prerequisite to subsequent steps, failure to utilize this process will make you ineligible for subsequent appeals. The administrative review, formal complaint and/or appeals hearing will not necessarily postpone the recruitment process and/or rescind a selection. If you do not agree with the Administrative Review, you may file a Formal Complaint and then, if you are still not satisfied, you can appeal to the HHSC Merit Appeals Board.

Contact Information

The Kauai Regional Office of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is located at Kauai Veterans Memorial Hospital, 4643 Waimea Canyon Road, Waimea, HI 96796. For employment opportunities, please click on this link. For additional information, call SMMH:(808)823-4116 or KVMH:(808)338-9425 or e-mail kauaijobs@hhsc.org

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES MAY CONTACT THE RECRUITMENT OFFICER AT SMMH:(808)823-4116 or KVMH:(808)338-9425 (TTD/TTY) OR EMAIL kauaijobs@hhsc.org TO DISCUSS SPECIAL NEEDS IN APPLYING.