IMAGING TECH II

Covenant Health; Crossville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland Medical Center, part of Covenant Health in Crossville, TN, seeks an Imaging Technician II to operate radiographic equipment and produce high-quality X-ray images. The role emphasizes ALARA, radiation safety, and collaboration with licensed practitioners.

Responsibilities include interventional support, venipuncture, documentation in the medical record, and maintenance of PACS/RIS systems. ARRT (R) licensure and Tennessee state licensure are required; BLS certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required and Tennessee licensure.
• Proficient in fluoroscopy and diagnostic imaging per protocol.
• Ability to document orders and maintain HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Apply ALARA to minimize radiation exposure and determine exposure factors.
• Perform routine and complex radiographic procedures as ordered.
• Collaborate with clinicians and document imaging history in the medical record.
• Assist in interventional procedures and ensure informed consents.
• Maintain equipment, supplies and radiology information systems.
• Stay current with BLS and safety standards.

Skills

ALARA safety

PACS proficiency

Venipuncture

Interventional support

Team collaboration

Education

ARRT certification (R)

Tools

PACS

RIS

Job description

Imaging Technician, Radiology Diagnostic

PRN/OCC, Variable Shifts

Cumberland Medical Center Overview

Cumberland Medical Center in Crossville, Tennessee is part of Covenant Health, East Tennessee's largest nonprofit health system and a Becker's "Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare." Fully accredited by the Joint Commission, Cumberland Medical Center is an acute care hospital offering all private patient rooms as well as comprehensive care including cardiology, orthopedics, maternity, cancer treatment, and wound care. The hospital features emergency and critical care, surgical suites, and specialized programs such as imaging, cardiac rehab, sleep disorder care, and hyperbaric medicine, all in a family-oriented environment focused on exceptional patient care.

Position Summary

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

• 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 and difficult 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. Completes and verifies accurate informed consents. Performs venipuncture, starts and maintains intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner. 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. Educate and monitors students and other health care providers when performing exams.
• Assists Senior Technologist/Supervisor/Manager with reports and statistics as needed. Assists in inventory control. Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered; ensures quality images. Demonstrates competency in critical skills, including demonstration of competency in addressing the age-specific needs of the patient population served.
• 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.

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. Must be proficient in all fluoroscopy and specialized exams; including surgery within 6 months.

Licensure Requirement

Must have and maintain ARRT (R). State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines.