Advanced Imaging Residency

Piedmont Healthcare; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision

Retirement Plans

Life, AD&D Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

PTO, maternity leave, leaves of absence

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Piedmont Healthcare in Covington, Georgia is offering an Advanced Imaging Residency program designed for new graduate imaging students or imaging professionals. This role involves operating radiologic equipment, hands-on training, and compliance with safety protocols while receiving compensation and benefits.

The position is ideal for candidates who are graduates of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program and are eager to gain clinical experience in a supportive environment with great benefits such as medical and dental coverage, retirement plans, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate many types of imaging equipment.
• BLS certified.
• Must deliver safe care in accordance with safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiologic equipment to produce clinical diagnostic images.
• Provide patient services using various imaging modalities.
• Attend and complete all required didactic training courses.
• Ensure compliance with Radiation Safety Policies.

Skills

Operate imaging equipment

Patient care

Quality control procedures

Service recovery

Education

Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Overview

Advanced Imaging Residency

Responsibilities

When you join Piedmont, you will participate in an accelerated program of study that includes all didactic structured education as well as all clinical experience. Hands‑on experience is obtained while receiving compensation and benefits, and no tuition fees are required. Programs offered include CT, MRI, Mammography, Ultrasound, and Cardiovascular CT. This program is available to new graduate imaging students or imaging professionals seeking a different modality.

JOB PURPOSE: Operates radiologic equipment to produce clinical diagnostic images and performs routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices. Provides patient services using imaging modalities and patient care to all age groups including neonatal, pediatrics, adult, and geriatrics.

1. Attend and complete all required didactic training courses.
2. Resident must complete all required supervised imaging procedures and document them according to ARRT guidelines.
3. Perform and address the following tasks in each procedure:
   • Patient preparation and education
     • Provide for patient comfort and cooperation by familiarizing the patient with the equipment and procedure, stressing the need for cooperation, and by providing general psychological support.
     • Solicit and record patient clinical history relevant to the performance and interpretation of the imaging procedure.
     • Document clinical information for radiologists.
     • Respond to patient questions.
   • Imaging procedures
     • Select equipment appropriate to the patient and procedure.
     • Select appropriate exposure factors.
     • Position patient and equipment to provide desired imaging.
     • Evaluate images to ensure they contain proper identification and are of diagnostic quality.
4. Resident must actively participate in the performance, evaluation, and recording of all quality control tests outlined by the ARRT.
5. Accurately follow all established imaging protocols for exams being performed.
6. Adhere to the Radiation Safety Policies and the principles of a viable dose reduction program.
7. Resident must become certified by the ARRT within 3 months of completing the training program.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

1. Must be able to operate many types of imaging equipment.
2. Must deliver safe care in accordance with the Alwaysafe program.
3. Must use AIDET with every encounter and be proficient with service recovery. Providing an exceptional patient experience can only be achieved when we provide an exceptional professional experience for our employees.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision
• Retirement Plans
• Life, AD&D Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• PTO, maternity leave, leaves of absence, disability leave
• Flexible scheduling

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required: Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program.

Minimum Experience Required: None.

Minimum Licensure/Certification Required by Law: Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R), American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

Additional Qualifications: BLS certified.