Diagnostic X-Ray Tech

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) in Kentucky seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures with accuracy and compassion, ensuring patient safety, comfort, and timely results throughout the patient care continuum.

You will operate radiology equipment, prepare and transport patients, verify studies in RIS/PACS, and collaborate with clinicians to support accurate diagnoses; commitment to ALARA and hospital on-call expectations is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Radiology is required.
• No prior work experience required.
• State licensure required.
• ARRT certification required.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Knowledge of ALARA guidelines.
• Must be able to meet hospital on-call requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines.
• Prepares and transports patients as necessary.
• Prepares imaging equipment, room, and images, as needed for interpretation.
• Verifies and completes studies in RIS and PACS.
• Maintains Quality Control on equipment as instructed.

Skills

CPR Certification

Basic Computer Skills

ALARA guidelines

On-call requirements

Education

Associate Degree in Radiology

Job description

Overview

As a Radiologic Technologist, you will play a vital role in patient care by performing diagnostic imaging procedures that help physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. This position combines technical expertise with compassionate patient care to ensure safe, accurate, and timely imaging services.

Overview

As a Radiologic Technologist, you will play a vital role in patient care by performing diagnostic imaging procedures that help physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. This position combines technical expertise with compassionate patient care to ensure safe, accurate, and timely imaging services.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines.
• Prepares and transports patients as necessary.
• Prepares imaging equipment, room, and images, as needed for interpretation.
• Verifies and completes studies in RIS and PACS.
• Maintains Quality Control on equipment as instructed.

Qualifications

Education

• Associate Degree in Radiology from an approved two-year program required.

Experience

• No prior work experience required.

Licenses & Certifications

• State licensure required.
• ARRT certification required.

Required Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

• Current CPR Certification.
• Basic Computer Skills.
• Knowledge of ALARA guidelines.
• Must be able to meet hospital on-call requirements.