Entry-Level Radiologic Technologist: Imaging Specialist

Crisp Regional Hospital, Inc.; Cordele (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Crips Regional Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic procedures with minimal supervision and support the Medical Imaging team.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Radiology or Radiologic Sciences, ARRT certification, and BLS. You will work across departments to ensure patient safety and accurate imaging per physician orders and ALARA standards.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s degree in Radiology or Radiologic Sciences or the successful completion of a technical or vocational certificate.
• This is an entry level job that requires up to two years of work-related experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the health care team members to ensure the patient's well-being as evidenced by staff/client feedback.
• Conducts basic radiologic studies using C-arm and portable equipment within the department, ED, or in surgery suites.
• Employs the use of sterile techniques and protocol during surgical procedures.
• Processes and demonstrates a detailed knowledge of positioning and anatomy to facilitate the desired views as per physician orders.
• Functions as part of an interdisciplinary team with positive interpersonal communication skills when communicating with patients, families, visitors, physicians, and staff in all departments of the organization.
• Operates within the A.L.A.R.A radiation standards of care.
• Obtains required billing data and account registration ensuring that the ordered procedure is appropriate for the diagnosis on the requisition.
• Provides a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees through identifying, correcting and reporting health and safety hazards.
• Ensures the use of all necessary protective and monitoring equipment (badges, aprons, etc.) for self and others throughout the work shift.
• Evaluates Medical Imaging quality, satisfaction, and regulatory standards to ensure compliance.
• Works to continually identify new approaches that improve the quality and timeliness of Medical Imaging services provided.
• Uses appropriate IV Sterile techniques in the administration of diagnostic contrast media and is knowledgeable about signs and symptoms of reactions.
• Follows all department policies and procedures and ensures compliance with all federal and state laws, regulations, and JCAHO requirements.
• Participates in staff development programs, CEU classes as mandated by ARRT, and regularly scheduled in-service programs.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Education

Associate’s degree in Radiology or Radiologic Sciences

Technical or vocational certificate

Job description

Crips Regional Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic procedures with minimal supervision and support the Medical Imaging team.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Radiology or Radiologic Sciences, ARRT certification, and BLS. You will work across departments to ensure patient safety and accurate imaging per physician orders and ALARA standards.