Imaging Technician

Lifepoint Health; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking an Imaging Technician to perform radiographic procedures and produce high-quality images for interpretation by radiologists. The role requires ensuring patient safety, accurate documentation, and proper equipment handling.

Applicants should be licensed radiologic technologists in New Mexico, ARRT certified, and BLS trained. The center emphasizes professional development and comprehensive benefits for staff.

Qualifications

• Licensed radiologic technologist in New Mexico.
• ARRT-registered radiographer required or eligible.
• BLS certification required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging procedures and produce quality images for radiologist interpretation.
• Verify patient identity and orders, obtain history, educate patients, and address concerns before exams.
• Ensure proper completion of exams, documentation, charging, and labeling of images.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment; perform preventative maintenance as required.
• Prepare and assist radiologists with procedures, maintaining sterile techniques.
• Communicate with radiologist and departments regarding protocol changes and patient flow.

Skills

Radiology knowledge

ARRT certification

BLS certification

CT cross-training

Education

New Mexico Radiologic Technologist License

ARRT Registered Radiographer

BLS certification

Job description

Imaging Technician

Your experience matters

Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Imaging Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

An Imaging Technician who excels in this role performs imaging procedures and produces quality images for interpretation by a radiologist. Additional responsibilities include:

• Verbalizes and demonstrates knowledge of clinical information and practices essential to assuring provision of age-specific care to all age groups.

• Verifies patient identification, confirms physician orders, obtains patient history/ forms, assesses patient condition, explains procedures, provides patient education, and addresses patient concerns prior to performing exams.

• Assures proper completion of all exams requested including documentation, charging, and proper labeling of images.

• Properly operates and handles all diagnostic equipment. Maintains equipment and accessories in efficient operating order; performs preventative maintenance as required and contacts service for repairs when necessary.

• Maintains knowledge of contrast media and medications used within the department including contraindications and possible side effects. Prepares and administers contrast according to departmental protocols and recognizes significant adverse reactions and acts appropriately.

• Prepares and assists radiologists/physicians with procedures as required. Ensures that standard precautions and sterile techniques are utilized.

• Maintains communication and cooperation with radiologist and other ancillary departments regarding changes in protocol, scheduling of procedures, exams performed and patient flow.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should be licensed in New Mexico as a Radiographic Radiologic Technologist. Additional requirements include:

• Registered Radiographer with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

• Imaging Tech I's are required to become competent in CT as their additional modality and meet certification requirements within 6 months of employment unless already approved for other modality certifications.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

More about Memorial Medical Center

Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed acute medical/surgical teaching hospital located in Las Cruces, NM, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.