*IMAGING SPECIALISTS (KAUAI-KR336) ***ACTIVE RECRUITMENT***

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

JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE POSTED: June 22, 2021 ***Updated on December 27, 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 – $4,339 + $341 per month | SR18 | BU13
  • Imaging Specialist III – $4,690 + $510 per month | SR20 | BU13
  • Imaging Specialist IV – $5,076 + $1,164 per month | SR22 | BU13
  • Imaging Multi Modality Specialist – $5,282 + $1,651 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, Urgent Care at Po’ipū, The Clinic at Līhu’e, and The Clinic at Kapa’a, are part of the Kaua’i Region, Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC), a public benefit corporation of the State of Hawai’i. Please see below a listing of available positions in their respective locations. 

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: We are actively seeking for Imaging Specialists to join our growing organization. These positions require those with strong technical skills and knowledge in operating imaging equipment such as X-Ray machines, CT scanners, and MRI machines. As an Imaging Specialist, you will be responsible for capturing high-quality images of patients’ internal structures to aid in diagnosis and treatment. Attentiveness to detail and the ability to work closely with other departments are crucial for these roles. If you have a passion for technology and helping patients, we encourage you to apply now and be part of our dedicated healthcare team. 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.

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
  • Loan Repayment & Scholarship Programs

AVAILABLE POSITIONS: 

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

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.

HEALTH & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the health and physical requirements deemed necessary to effectively and safely perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

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

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


IMAGING SPECIALIST II (X-RAY)

Experience RequirementSix (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 ExperienceOne (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). 

*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 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). 

*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.

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