Diagnostic Center Rad Tech - as needed

Riverside Health; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health in Hampton, Virginia is seeking a Radiologic Technologist responsible for performing radiology exams as directed by physicians. The role involves assisting radiologists, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality patient care.

Essential qualifications include ARRT certification, CPR/BLS certification, and a preference for experience in radiology. Successful candidates should be detail-oriented, organized, and ready to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in radiology.
• Required ARRT certification in Radiology upon hire.
• Required CPR/BLS certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologists with imaging procedures.
• Prepare equipment and ensure quality care.
• Perform patient assessments and document actions.
• Maintain inventory of medical supplies.

Skills

Radiology experience

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Knowledge of safety protocols

Job description

Overview

The Radiologic Technologist in diagnostic center setting is responsible for performing radiology exams on patients as requested by the referring physicians. Performs all radiology exams and procedures in accordance with RHS policy and procedures. Performs patient preparation and explanation of exams, responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process, and completes all associated patient and equipment screening and technical documentation.

Hampton, Virginia

What You Will Do

• Assists radiologists in performing radiologic imaging procedures. Select proper protocol to obtain optimal images and provides clinical documentation per scope of practice.
• Performs with a high degree of safety and quality and prevents or reduces harms through knowledge and application of policies, procedures, protocols using safety behaviors. Responsible for the preparation of equipment, instrumentation, and departmental supplies required to support quality patient care. Follows ALARA principles according to policy.
• Understands and adheres to all applicable regulatory and accrediting standards. Reports variances.
• Coordinates patient care and performs effective assessment, actions, and documentation. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
• Detail oriented ability to multi-task organized and able to work in a fast paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in radiology (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiology (R) Upon Hire (Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire (Required)

Other Requirements

• Weekend shifts
• Work/Float in more than one work location