IMAGING TECH I

Covenant Health; Lenoir City (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health in Lenoir City is looking for an Imaging Technician to perform radiographic procedures and maintain safety standards. The Imaging Technician will produce X-ray images, collaborate with healthcare practitioners on patient care, and assist in other imaging services as necessary.

This role requires completion of an accredited educational program in imaging and eligibility for ARRT registry. Candidates must ensure patient safety and uphold quality care conventions.

Qualifications

• Sufficient education to achieve necessary certifications.
• Must have completed an accredited educational program.
• Registered ARRT (R) within six months of graduation.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality X-ray images through complex tasks.
• Collaborate patient history with procedures and document effectively.
• Perform diagnostic imaging and assist licensed practitioners.
• Ensure patient safety and apply infection prevention techniques.
• Maintain clerical duties and manage supplies as needed.
• Assist in training and orientation of other staff.

Skills

Radiographic equipment operation

Patient safety procedures

BLS certification

Radiation safety standards

Education

ARRT- accredited educational program

Job description

Overview

Imaging Technician

PRN/OCC, Variable Hours and Shifts

Fort Loudoun Overview:

Fort Loudoun Medical Center, part of Covenant Health, is an 87,000-square-foot hospital serving Loudon County and surrounding communities. Based in Lenoir City, TN, with more than 200 physicians across 29 specialties, the facility offers advanced technology including MRI, CT, ultrasound, diagnostic X-rays, women’s imaging, and nuclear medicine unique to the region. Featuring private patient rooms and comprehensive services such as emergency care, surgery, and specialized treatments, our dedicated team of physicians, staff, and volunteers is committed to providing excellent care to every patient, every time.

Position Summary:

Performs complex tasks associated with the operation of radiographic equipment to produce high quality X-ray images. The Imaging Tech I is responsible for producing routine imaging procedures and support activities while maintaining safe radiation practices. Assists in other areas of Imaging Services.

Responsibilities

• Applies ALARA principles to maintain established radiation safety standards that involve practicing techniques that will minimize radiation exposure to patient, health care personnel, self and general public, through consistently using protective devices, shields, dose reduction, and monitors; determines appropriate exposure factors.
• Collaborates patient’s clinical history with procedure, ensuring that information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. Receiving, relaying and documenting verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient’s medical record. Adheres to HIPAA guidelines for patient confidentiality.
• Performs routine diagnostic imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocols as ordered by a licensed independent practitioner. Assists licensed independent practitioner with interventional procedure, including time outs according to policy. May transport patients. Assists in other areas of imaging as needed. Practices aseptic technique and applies universal precautions at all times. Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes.
• Assumes responsibility for patient needs during procedures; proactively assists patients, families, licensed independent practitioners and visitors as needed.
• Applies the principle of patient safety during all aspects of radiographic procedures, including double IDs, falls, transport and hand washing.
• Proficient with all clerical duties, radiology information systems and PACS. Assists in the care of equipment. Maintains supply levels. Cleans area.
• May assist in the training and orientation of other staff.
• Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

Must have successfully completed an educational program that is accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the ARRT.

Licensure Requirement:

ARRT registry eligible. Must be registered ARRT (R) within six (6) months of graduation. State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines.