Imaging Radiology Tech: Impact & Growth

Memorial Physician Practices; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield, Kentucky is hiring a Full Time Radiology Technician to perform various imaging procedures in accordance with practice standards. The role requires reviewing orders, educating patients, preparing contrast if needed, and maintaining imaging safety and quality.

You will work with a team in a busy clinical setting. Requirements include graduation from an accredited radiology program or equivalent, KY state license or temporary license, ARRT certification

Qualifications

• Requires ARRT certification within 6 months of hire.
• Licensed or temporary KY State Radiation Operators license required.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Graduate of accredited radiology program or equivalent; state licensure validated.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient about procedures and equipment for cooperation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications when ordered.
• Monitors patient condition and responds to changes.
• Prepares equipment and supplies for imaging procedures.
• Selects exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs QC on equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and reports issues.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedures.
• Analyses imaging results and addresses quality issues.
• Enters and transmits scan results.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Work under pressure

Education

ARRT certification within 6 months

KY State Radiation Operators License

BCLS within 90 days

Graduate of program in discipline

Job description

Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield, Kentucky is hiring a Full Time Radiology Technician to perform various imaging procedures in accordance with practice standards. The role requires reviewing orders, educating patients, preparing contrast if needed, and maintaining imaging safety and quality.

You will work with a team in a busy clinical setting. Requirements include graduation from an accredited radiology program or equivalent, KY state license or temporary license, ARRT certification