MEDICAL IMAGING - RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST

Paycom - ATS; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K with up to 6% match

Education Reimbursement

Discounts for procedures

Job summary

Idaho Falls Community Hospital is looking for a Radiology Technologist to join our imaging team. You will perform radiographic procedures and assist Radiologists while maintaining records.

You will interview patients, operate C-Arms and portable x-ray units, and ensure safety for patients and staff. Required ARRT RT(R) licensure and BLS; 2 years radiology experience preferred. This is a full-time on-site position.

Qualifications

• Must hold or obtain current licensure as RT(R) with ARRT or equivalent. Must hold or obtain current BLS.
• Previous radiology experience preferred; 2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interviews the patient prior to testing and analyzes size, condition, age and history to apply procedures.
• Sets and controls radiographic equipment to apply ionizing radiation for radiographic and fluoroscopic exams.
• Operates portable machines on patient floors, ED, units, OR; operates C-Arms in surgical settings.
• Assesses technical quality of radiographs and performs repeats as needed.
• Protects patients and staff following safety standards.
• Performs tasks such as stocking rooms, preparing equipment, assisting other techs, accessing images and reading reports to physicians.
• Documents patient information for exam interpretation and care.
• Assists Radiologist with administration of contrast materials and meds.
• Answers questions from staff and public on procedures and safety.
• Demonstrates age-specific competency across neonate to geriatric groups.

Skills

Patient communication

Interviews patients

Team collaboration

Education

ARRT RT(R) licensure or eligible

BLS certification

Tools

C-Arm

Fluoroscopy equipment

Portable X-ray machines

Job description

Idaho Falls Community Hospital is looking for a Radiology Technologist to join our team!JOB SUMMARY: The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for the daily organization of activities in the department. The purpose of this job is to perform radiographic procedures on a variety of radiographic equipment. Assists Radiologists and maintains filing records and paper work. Communicates effectively and maintains a good work environment.ABOUT IDAHO FALLS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL:At Idaho Falls Community Hospital, helping our community get better is our number one priority. We are committed to providing compassionate, emergency care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to have a state-of-the-art Emergency Department, a stroke and diagnostic cardiac center, and a trauma center.Our work environment is collaborative, purpose driven and people centric. Our culture is unique and it is what makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference, we have a place for you on our team.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:1. Interviews the patient prior to testing and analyzes the patient’s general body size, physical condition, age and medical history to accurately apply radiographic procedures; improvises positions and techniques accordingly.2. Sets, adjusts and controls a variety of complex electronic equipment to apply ionizing radiation for radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations. Operates portable machines on patient floors, emergency department, and units; and in the operating room. Operates C-Arms in surgical environment.3. Assesses technical quality of radiographs before giving such to the Radiologist; performs repeats as necessary.4. Provides protection to patients and fellow employees in accordance with national, state and departmental safety standards.5. Performs other activities such as taking call, keeping rooms stocked with supplies, preparing equipment for use, assisting other techs with patient exams, accessing images, , reading reports to physicians over the phone, advising patients regarding availability of results.6. Documents appropriate patient information necessary for exam interpretation and patient care.7. Assists the Radiologist in the administration of contrast materials and medications.8. Answers questions and provides information to center customers, including nursing staff, physicians, and the general public on radiographic procedures, radiographic anatomy and radiation safety practices.9. Maintains flexibility as department grows with a willingness to accept additional responsibilities requested by department director.10. Demonstrates age-specific competency for the following groups: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.BENEFITS:Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:Medical, Dental and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time OffRetirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)Earned Quarterly Bonus ProgramEducation Reimbursement ProgramDiscount for medically necessary procedures performed at Idaho Falls Community Hospital and Mountain View HospitalPlease note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.Education: Must hold or obtain current licensure as a RT(R) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent. Must hold or obtain current BLS.Experience: Previous radiology experience necessary; 2 years preferred.