Imaging Specialist II, X-Ray

Job Description

Join Honoka'a Hospital and be part of a team that proudly cares for our friends, family, and neighbors across East Hawaiʻi.

Honoka'a Hospital is seeking a skilled and patient-focused Imaging Specialist II to join our Imaging Services team. This position performs diagnostic radiologic examinations using advanced imaging equipment while ensuring high-quality patient care, safety, and compliance with departmental and regulatory standards. The Imaging Specialist II works closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide timely and accurate diagnostic imaging services for patients across the lifespan.

• Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations and specialized imaging procedures in accordance with physician orders, department protocols, and quality standards.
• Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures, administer contrast media as required, and ensure patients understand examination processes.
• Operate and maintain imaging equipment, monitor image quality, and ensure timely transfer of images through PACS and electronic medical record systems.
• Assist physicians and clinical staff with specialized procedures while adhering to infection control, radiation safety, and patient safety guidelines.
• Collect and document pertinent clinical information, obtain informed consent when required, and maintain accurate patient records.
• Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, continuing education, and cross-training opportunities to support departmental operations and patient care excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree from a program recognized by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience.

• Six (6) months of progressively responsible professional imaging technologist experience demonstrating knowledge of diagnostic imaging procedures and techniques.

• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in Radiography [ARRT(R)].
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six (6) months of employment.

• Current State of Hawaii Radiologic Technologist License as a Radiographer.

• Experience performing a variety of diagnostic and specialized imaging procedures.
• Knowledge of PACS, electronic medical records, radiation safety practices, and quality assurance processes.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and patient care skills.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, standby, and callback assignments as needed.

Join Honoka'a Hospital and become part of a dedicated healthcare team committed to providing exceptional diagnostic imaging services and high-quality patient care to the Hawaii Island community.

As the Big Island’s leading providers of inpatient and outpatient care, the East Hawaii Region of Hawai`i Health Systems Corporation (HHSC), consisting of Hilo Benioff Medical Center, Honoka'a Hospital, Ka′u Hospital, Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home, East Hawaii Medical Group and East Hawaii Health Pharmacy, delivers a full range of services and programs. Our three hospitals include 290 beds and more than 1,900 employees.

Our medical staff is comprised of 250 physicians, physician assistants and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, representing 33 specialties. East Hawaii Health is our network of clinics offering primary and specialty care. Hilo Benioff Medical Center functions as a Level III Trauma Center, which includes the second busiest emergency room in the state, providing 24-hour care and serving more than 50,000 patients annually.

Honoka'a Hospital and Ka′u Hospital are designated as…