Diagnostic Radiology Tech: Imaging Specialist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Prestonsburg (KY); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a qualified radiology technologist to perform diagnostic imaging and prepare patients and equipment for interpretation. You will verify studies in RIS/PACS, maintain quality control, and assist with complex procedures while ensuring patient safety.

Requires an Associate's Degree in Radiology, state licensure, and ARRT certification, with CPR and ALARA knowledge.

Qualifikationen

• Associate's Degree in Radiology required.
• State licensure and ARRT certification required.
• CPR certification and basic computer skills required.
• Knowledge of ALARA guidelines and on-call availability required.

Aufgaben

• Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies.
• Assesses patient condition and special requirements.
• Explains procedures and prepares patients for radiographic exams.
• Interviews patients and reviews clinical data for contraindications.
• Positions patients to maximize diagnostic yield while following ALARA.
• Operates radiographic equipment across department and bedside settings.
• Selects technical factors to produce high-quality radiographs.
• Maintains equipment and x-ray rooms in proper working condition.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and necessary repairs.
• Performs clerical duties as assigned.
• Assists with higher-complexity exams such as arteriography and myelography.
• May perform venipuncture as required.

Kenntnisse

CPR Certification

Basic computer skills

ALARA guidelines

On-call requirements

Ausbildung

Associate's Degree in Radiology

State licensure

Tools

ARRT certification

Jobbeschreibung

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a qualified radiology technologist to perform diagnostic imaging and prepare patients and equipment for interpretation. You will verify studies in RIS/PACS, maintain quality control, and assist with complex procedures while ensuring patient safety.

Requires an Associate's Degree in Radiology, state licensure, and ARRT certification, with CPR and ALARA knowledge.