Imaging Technician - Highpoint Walk-in Decherd

Lifepoint Health®; Winchester (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement package with company match

Employee wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading healthcare network is seeking an Imaging Technician to carry out vital imaging procedures for patient care. With responsibilities including performing various radiological exams and assisting physicians, the ideal candidate should hold ARRT Certification and possess strong critical-thinking skills. Benefits include competitive compensation, medical coverage, and professional development opportunities. Join a team dedicated to enhancing community health in Tennessee.

Qualifications

• ARRT Certification in Radiography required; certification in CT or meets JC Diagnostic Imaging Standards required.
• Certain imaging technicians must become competent in CT within 6 months of employment unless already certified.
• Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to work in a stressful environment.
• BLS certification required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced radiology department.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging procedures according to protocols to produce quality images.
• Verify patient identification and assess patient condition.
• Assist radiologists/physicians with procedures as required.
• Maintains knowledge of contrast media; prepares and administers contrast per protocols; manages adverse reactions.
• Collaborates with radiologists and other departments; ensures protocol updates and patient flow awareness.

Skills

Radiography

CT procedures

Critical thinking

Patient communication

Communication with radiology team

BLS certification

Education

Associate's degree

ARRT Certification in Radiography

BLS certification

Job description

Imaging Technician - Highpoint Walk‑in Decherd at Lifepoint Health®

Your Experience Matters
Highpoint Health Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas is part of Lifepoint Health, a healthcare delivery network that prioritizes employee well‑being so you can provide exceptional care. As an Imaging Technician, you will play a vital role in making communities healthier.

An Imaging Technician Who Excels In This Role

• Performs imaging procedures (Radiography, CT, Mammography, US, Nuclear Medicine, or MRI) according to departmental protocols and established standards of practice to produce quality images for interpretation by a radiologist.
• 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.
• Performs a variety of radiological exams that require independent judgment and proper positioning, protocols, and techniques to obtain a diagnostic image that meets radiologist specifications.
• Maintains knowledge of contrast media and medications, prepares and administers contrast according to departmental protocols, recognizes significant adverse reactions and acts appropriately.
• Assists radiologists/physicians with procedures as required and ensures that Standard Precautions and sterile techniques are utilized.
• Maintains communication and cooperation with radiologists 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. This position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

• 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, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Tuition assistance, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement package with 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

• Associate's degree preferred; training commensurate with ARRT (R) certification preferred.
• ARRT Certification in Radiography required; certification in CT or meets JC Diagnostic Imaging Standards required.
• Certain imaging technicians must become competent in CT within 6 months of employment unless already certified.
• Strong critical‑thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• BLS certification required.
• Will rotate within the department, perform exams in multiple modalities, work various shifts, and participate in call rotation as required.

About Highpoint Health Winchester With Ascension Saint Thomas

Highpoint Health – Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas and Highpoint Health – Sewanee with Ascension Saint Thomas serve communities in Southern Middle Tennessee with comprehensive, high‑quality care. The hospital offers extensive inpatient and outpatient services, including a 10‑bed ICU, a 12‑bed Geriatric Psychiatry Unit, a 12‑bed Acute Inpatient Physical Rehabilitation Unit, a Skilled Nursing Unit, a Sleep Lab, a Cardiac Catheterization Lab, five Operating Rooms, and two Endoscopy Suites.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health Winchester with Ascension Saint Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.