Diagnostic Imaging Technical Specialist (CT and Xray)

Inova Health System; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust team member wellness program

Retirement matching contributions

Mental health coaching sessions

Career development planning

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Alexandria is looking for a Diagnostic Imaging Technical Specialist (CT and Xray). This role involves providing multi-modality imaging services, effective patient communication, and ensuring high-quality patient care standards. Candidates must hold a degree in radiography, have at least one year of relevant experience, and be ARRT certified. The position offers a variable PRN schedule and several benefits, including mental health support and career development programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of imaging experience in a hospital/healthcare environment.
• Must perform in two or more modalities with sufficient annual rotation.
• Must be ARRT registered as a Radiologic Technologist upon start.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services in multiple imaging modalities.
• Ensure patient care practices align with hospital policies.
• Obtain clinical histories and informed consent from patients.
• Perform routine quality control testing of equipment.
• Assist in policy/procedure development.

Skills

Clinical patient care

Effective communication

Quality control testing

Multi-modality imaging

Education

Graduate of accredited school/program of radiography

Job description

Inova Lorton Healthplex is looking for a dedicated Diagnostic Imaging Technical Specialist (CT and Xray) to join the team. This role is a Varied Shift+Schedule: PRN (as needed) and will also support Inova Mount Vernon Hospital

Inova is consistently ranked as a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits and Incentives:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering a robust team member wellness program.
• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.
• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
• Career Development: Individual Development Planning that focuses on supporting team member aspirations.

Diagnostic Imaging Technical Specialist (CT and Xray) Job Responsibilities

• The Diagnostic Imaging Technical Specialist (CT and Xray) provides clinical services in multiple modalities, according to Imaging practice standards, with equal time spent in each modality, based on OU needs, while acting as a resource to Imaging Students and other technologists to ensure optimal department functions.
• Administers sound patient care practices according to hospital and department policies/procedures while ensuring the safety of patients.
• Communicates effectively with patients to obtain clinical history/informed consent to assist physicians in optimizing the performance and interpretation of examinations.
• Performs and documents routine quality control testing of equipment, as well as performs/recognizes the need for routine maintenance of imagers/processors to maintain consistent quality images, as evidenced by the physician and exam results.
• Assists in the development, review, and implementation of policies/procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of accredited school/program of radiography
• Experience:
• Minimum of one year of imaging experience as a Radiologic Technologist in a hospital/healthcare environment.
• Must be able to perform in two or more modalities with at least even amount of time spent rotating in each annually based on needs. CT Cross Training.
• Certification:
  • ARRT registered as a Radiologic Technologist upon start
  • Must obtain advanced certification in applicable modality within one year of training
  • American Heart Association BLS within 3 months of hire.