IMAGING TECH II {ARRT}

Covenant Health; Jackson Square (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Covenant Health is seeking an Imaging Tech II for part-time work in Jackson Square, TN. You will perform diagnostic imaging of patients and be responsible for maintaining clean work areas while assisting physicians in record-keeping.

The ideal candidate should be a graduate from an accredited radiologic technology program and possess current certification in radiography. This role requires knowledge of hospital policies and patient care standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited educational program of radiologic technology.
• Knowledge of filing, reporting systems and the imaging process is required.
• Special knowledge in growth and development needs of pediatric/geriatric patients is important.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging of patients.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area.
• Assists physicians in obtaining records.

Skills

Knowledge of imaging process

Knowledge of hospital policies

Competency in patient care

Education

Graduate of accredited radiologic technology program

Current registration in radiography

Job description

Overview

Imaging Tech II, Radiology Diagnostic

Part Time, 32 Hours Per Pay Period, Variable Shifts

Methodist Overview:

Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge, part of Covenant Health, is a trusted regional hospital serving East Tennessee with advanced care anda personaltouch. With more than 30 specialties, including cardiology, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and vascular care, thefacilityoffers innovative treatments for complex conditions like aneurysms, joint damage, heart failure, and chronic wounds. Backed by a team of over 1,000 healthcare professionals and 250 physicians, MethodistMedical Centercombinesstate-of-the-arttechnology with compassionate care, earning national recognition for patient safety and excellence in stroke and heart care. Our facilities offer patients all the benefits of medicalexpertiseand innovation while still embodying the convenience of a hometown medical center that is close to the support of family and friends.

Position Summary:

Performs diagnostic imaging of patients.

Responsibilities

• Keeps abreast of new and approved methods of imaging through independent study and continuing education;
• Assists in file room as needed;
• Assists physicians in obtaining records;
• Properly identifies records and images;
• Exercises proper use and care of equipment; reports equipment failure;
• Maintains clean and orderly work area;
• NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Other duties as assigned.
• HEALTH/SAFETY/COMPETENCE: Can not pose a direct threat to health or safety of self or others. Must provide safe, efficient, competent care to customer or patient population assigned. Must demonstrate competency of the unit specific functions described in the performance continuum, skill lists and/or standards.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Must be a graduate of an accredited educational program of radiologic technology. Must have knowledge of filing and reporting systems; the imaging process; current developments in imaging; hospital functions, policies and procedures, and regulations as they relate to imaging service. For staff involved in the care of age-specific groups, knowledge of the bio-psychosocial needs of adult, geriatric and pediatric patients is essential. Special knowledge is required in growth and development needs of pediatric/geriatric patients where applicable.

EXPERIENCE:

Previous experience desirable.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS:

Must hold current registration as a diagnostic technologist in radiography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Must be currently certified (or scheduled for certification or recertification training according to department guidelines) in the life support program(s) specific to unit(s) worked (CPR, ACLS, NALS). BLS.