Job Details

LOCATION: KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL | Radiology-Diagnostic | CT Specialist

POSITION STATUS: 0.30 | Temporary - Casual

SALARY RANGE: BU13 | SR22

SALARY RANGE: $30.98 - $44.10 (Hourly) Depending on Experience

JOB DUTIES:

A. CT Specialist II Duties

1. Perform the daily technical activities of the section.

2. Follow the organization of the daily workflow.

3. Follows prepared work schedules.

4. Responsible for being productive while at work.

5. Responsible for product inventory, ordering of supplies, and preparing purchase orders as necessary.

6. Skills should be current.

7. Resolves conflicts or problems (i.e., physicians, patients, employees, or supplies.

8. Completes statistical reports (monthly, annually, or as needed).

9. Review and assess new equipment and make recommendations to the Director.

10. Work in other modalities that are within the scope of practice allowed by the license and as requested.

11. Rotates call as requested or assigned.

12. Meets monthly with CT Specialist Lead to discuss department issues and suggestions for improvement.

13. Work with the CT Specialist Lead to ensure all policies and procedures manuals include recommended criteria and are reviewed and revised on a regular basis.

14. Supports the CT Specialist Lead in carrying out duties.

15. Promotes teamwork within the department, suppresses negative comments and actions.

16. Encourages positive attitudes and customer service.

17. Displays respectful behavior with all staff at all times.

18. Supports the Rules and Regulations, Code of Ethics of the ARRT, and the State of Hawaii License.

19. Ensures no one other than approved personnel is allowed in the patient care/work area (patient or employee family members, friends, or employees having no need to be in the area). 20. Compliant with mandatory in-service requirements.

21. Patient Safety Goals.

22. Participates and requires staff to participate in department activities, The Joint Commission (TJC), Safety, Performance Improvement, and Infection Control.

23. Maintain confidentiality with matters pertaining to patients, the Director, and lead meetings, discussions /concerns pertaining to employee confidentiality.

24. Maintains the strictest confidentiality of all facility or facility-related patient & employee information.

25. Cross-trains and performs duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of practice allowed by their license, in other imaging modalities, as required or requested, for which the employee is competent and qualified, as part of an ongoing program to enhance employee development and provide for maximum utilization of staff and services within related fields.

26. Adhere to safety/infection control policies and procedures, hospital rules and regulations, policies and procedures, professional code of ethics, regulatory agency guidelines, and accreditation standards.

27. Maintains stock and procures inventory supplies.

28. Performs other related duties as requested

THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS ARE: Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Please note that unless specifically indicated; the required education and experiences may not be gained concurrently. In addition, qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week.

Other information:

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 or any other responsible professional work experience, 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.

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 or Specialized Experience Requirement 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.

Substitution of Experience:

1. Excess work experience as described under the Specialized Experience Requirement may be substituted for Imaging Experience on a year-for-year basis.

2. For Imaging Specialist III (Type B) positions, an advanced certification in a respective modality may be substituted for all required imaging and specialized experience.

DESIRED SKILLS

Demonstrated proficiency in the application of all of the knowledge and abilities in the operations of CT equipment, human anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and medical terminology; positioning patients and appropriate scanning techniques. Knowledge of CT equipment, radiation physics/CT physics, radiation safety, CT protocols, standard precautions, hospital policies and procedures, rules and regulations, government regulatory requirements, and accrediting standards, and perform the full range of services to the patients, independent of supervision. Knowledge of multiple/differing cultures; oral and written communications skills; good observation skills; ability to recall and report /document a series of events accurately; presents a positive attitude at all times, even under stress. Handles stress well. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.

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.

ALL CIVIL SERVICE JOB VACANCIES WILL BE POSTED FOR A MINIMUM OF TEN (10) CALENDAR DAYS

The Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable state and federal laws relating to employment practices

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.

CITIZENSHIP AND RESIDENCE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under the federal law for unrestricted employment and at the time of appointment intend to reside in the State of Hawaii during the course of employment with the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

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.

HEALTH AND 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. Hawaii Health Systems Corporation is committed to making reasonable accommodations on a case-by-case basis. Applicants seeking reasonable accommodations 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.

MEDICAL/PHYSICAL EXAMINATION REQUIREMENT: Offers of employment will be contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment physical examination, which includes drug screen and other regulatory medical requirements such as, but not limited to, two-step tuberculosis (TB) screen. The cost for physical examinations, except the cost for drug screening, shall be borne by the applicant and not the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation.

CRIMINAL/BACKGROUND, CREDENTIALING CHECKS: Applicable checks will be conducted periodically, and any associated costs may be borne by the applicant. Applicable checks may include, but are not limited to, state and federal criminal history records, child abuse and neglect registry check, adult protective services registry and sex offender registry records, etc. 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.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION/EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

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 (available on the HHSC website) 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 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 Compliant and then, if you are still not satisfied, you can appeal to the HHSC Merit Appeals Board.

CONTACT INFORMATION: KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL is located at 79-1019 Haukapila Street Kealakekua, HI 96750. For employment opportunities, please contact (808) ###-####, email: ...@hhsc.org or visit our website at

Persons with Disabilities may contact the Recruitment Office to discuss special needs in applying at (808) ###-####, ...@hhsc.org.