**Job Summary** The Lithotripsy Technologist operates the lithotripter under the treating physician's supervision. Anticipates the move of the urologists and assists in safe and efficient completion of the lithotripsy procedure with complete knowledge of the operative functions of the unit. **Essential Functions** + Assists physicians in positioning patients, visualizing stones and getting KUB (kidney, urine, bladder), if required. + Recognize and resolve problems while working with the lithotripter unit. + Collects statistical data for use by management and quality assurance committee. + Prioritizes and reorganizes workload in response to STAT requests. + Assists with patient transfer as needed. + Responsible for the upkeep of the equipment and supplies in order to perform procedures in an efficient and aesthetic manner. + Routes charts and records to appropriate areas, assuring confidentiality as required. + Actively participates in the overall performance improvement process stated in the Quality Assurance Plan. + Responsible for patient care procedures that relate directly to lithotripsy. + Effectively operates of the Lithotripter and standard patient positioning. + Regularly performs Quality control checks. + Performs other duties as assigned. + Complies with all policies and standards. **Qualifications** + Associate Degree graduate of an accredited program in Radiology Technology. required + 1-3 years experience as a Radiologic Technologist required + 1-3 years experience performing urological procedures as a Radiologic Technologist preferred **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** + Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines + Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form + Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure + Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with patients, families, healthcare professionals and external vendors + Ability to operate and understand radiographic technology and equipment/applications + Basic computer skills + Ability to demonstrate ethical and professional behaviors at all times + Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy and comply with all HIPPA requirements + Ability to use initiative and independent judgment + Knowledge of radiation safety and protection procedures **Licenses and Certifications** + ARRT Radiography Certification required + Licensed Radiologic Technologist As required by state required + BCLS - Basic Life Support required + CRLS - Certified Renal Lithotripsy Specialist through American Lithotripsy Society preferred Equal Employment Opportunity This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.