Full-Time CT/Radiology Technologist

Ashe Memorial Hospital; Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashe Memorial Hospital in Jefferson, NC, is seeking a Full Time Radiologic Technologist for the 1st shift in Imaging. The role will cross-train in CT and requires completion of an AMA approved radiologic technology program and ARRT registration or registry eligibility. CPR certification is required.

Pay is commensurate with experience, and there is no travel involved. Responsibilities include operating radiologic equipment for diagnostic imaging, identifying patients, obtaining high-quality

Qualifications

• Formal radiologic technology training program AMA approved.
• ARRT registration or registry eligibility.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiologic equipment to produce radiographs as directed by radiologists.
• Properly identifies patients prior to exams and positions them for optimal views.
• Acquire high-quality images meeting departmental standards and document findings.
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and ensure cooperation.
• Be available for on-call status and follow department routines.

Education

AMA approved radiologic technology program

ARRT registration or registry-eligible

Tools

Meditech

PACS system

Job description

At Ashe Memorial Hospital, we are driven by our Mission Statement, "To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high quality health care".

Ashe Memorial Hospital is proud to be Voted Ashe's Best Place to Work 2022 & 2023! Come be a part of our dynamic team; you'll join Ashe's 2022 & 2023 Best Hospital, Best Surgeon, Best Physician, Best Nurse, and Best Medical Practice! This is your opportunity to make a large difference in a small community!

Hours: 1st shift, days vary- | No Supervisory Responsibilities | No Travel | Pay commensurate with experience.

Full Time, First shift in Imaging. Position will cross train in CT!

Job Summary

To operate radiologic equipment to produce radiographs of the Body for diagnostic purposes as directed by radiologists.

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education: Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training program that is AMA approved and meets the requirements of the American registry of Radiologic Technologist or its equivalent.

Experience: At least one year of radiology experience is preferred, but a less experienced applicant would be considered.

License/Certifications

• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or registry eligible in the future. If registry eligible, must be a graduate.
• CPR certification.

Essential Functions

• Properly identifies all patients prior to exam. Serves all patients that are referred to the department for radiologic examination.
• Positions patient on examination table and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
• Properly acquires images that comply with departmental standards of high quality.
• Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Moves x ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocol.
• Operate mobile x ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patients' bedside.
• Knowledge of improvement process plan.
• Must be reliable for "on call" status.
• Complies and knows charging process and makes appropriate changes when necessary.
• Documents and submits all pertinent clinical information to the Radiologist prior to the patient leaving the department.
• Follows all Department Routines for exams and documents reasons for not following the routine views.
• Scans and documents all medications and allergies in Meditech as required by policy.
• Knowledge of all special procedures in area.
• Exhibits a pleasant disposition and maintains a professional attitude in the workplace.
• Show a willingness to cross train and strives to continually improve or develop them.
• Knowledge of PACS system and how to operate make appropriate changes prior to sending to the Radiologist, and make CDs.
• Actively looks for other duties to perform when patient volumes are down.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Must be willing to receive all required vaccinations (i.e., flu shot, etc.). All new employees working must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment (unless the new hire has requested and received an exemption). Candidates for employment will be notified of this policy requirement prior to the start of employment. After receiving an offer of employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or request and receive an exemption before beginning work.

Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

***Benefits apply the 1st of the month following employment, per policy.***

• For full job description and benefits, please contact Human Resources.

Ashe Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.