Assistant Rad. Tech

West-Tennessee-Healthcare; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

West-Tennessee-Healthcare in Dyersburg, TN seeks a Radiologic Technologist on the Evening shift to perform routine diagnostic imaging and related clerical tasks. The role requires enrollment in Radiologic Technologist school and CPR certification during orientation.

Under the direction of the Diagnostic Manager, you will operate radiographic equipment, ensure safety regulations, and support patient care on an assigned shift. Evening hours may involve call back and overtime based on patient needs.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and enrolled in Radiologic Technologist school.
• Must obtain CPR certification during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine diagnostic procedures and portable radiographic procedures on patients of all ages with minimum direction and assistance.
• Demonstrates proficiency with the Radiology Information System (RIS), Picture Archive Communication System (PACS), Computed Radiography (CR), and Digital Radiography (DR).
• Proficient use of all diagnostic Radiologic equipment with minimum direction and assistance.
• Operation and care of computerized processing system.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.
• Contributes to a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department.

Skills

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in Radiologic Technologist program

Tools

RIS

PACS

CR

DR

Job description

Category:RadiologyCity:DyersburgState:TennesseeShift:Evening (United States of America)Job Description Summary:Responsible for performing routine diagnostic, clerical procedures, selecting correct technique factors, and positioning. Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Enrolled in Radiologic Technologist school and CPR certified. Under the direction of the Diagnostic Manager and assigned staff Technologist responsible for performing routine diagnostic procedures on an assigned shift. The employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the hospital.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Performs routine diagnostic procedures and portable radiographic procedures on patients of all ages with minimum direction and assistance.Demonstrates proficiency with the Radiology Information System (RIS), Picture Archive Communication System (PACS), Computed Radiography (CR), and Digital Radiography (DR).Proficient use of all diagnostic Radiolographic equipment with minimum direction and assistance.Operation and care of computerized processing system.Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.Contributes to a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department.Assists technologists and Radiologists in performing radiographic procedures and tasks.Performs all clerical and ancillary functions related to exams and records.Practices and maintains all safety regulations and procedures.JOB SPECIFICATIONS:EDUCATION:Must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Enrolled in Radiologic Technologist school.LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:Must obtain CPR certification during orientation.EXPERIENCE:N/ANONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENTWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.