Rad Tech

Andalusia Regional Hospital; Andalusia (AL); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures, position patients safely, and produce high-quality images per physician orders and protocols. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

The role requires a postsecondary radiography program graduate, state licensure, and ARRT certification. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is offered with relocation assistance, and experience is preferred.

Formación

• Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) graduate of an accredited program of medical radiography (required).
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist in the state of practice Upon Hire (required).
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire (required).

Responsabilidades

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure understanding.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice when ordered.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports changes as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies; selects exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and quality control procedures on equipment.

Conocimientos

Critical thinking

Decisive judgement

Stress management

Educación

Postsecondary radiography program graduate

Descripción del empleo

Description

$15,000 Sign On Bonus & Opportunity For Relocation Assistance Join

Andalusia, Alabama

Facility Andalusia Health

Join Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, an 88-bed, Joint Commission-accredited hospital that has earned chest pain and heart failure accreditations, and designation as a Baby-Friendly hospital. Andalusia delivers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient specialty services while embracing a shared commitment to patient safety and high-quality care. Grow your career with Andalusia, where we value your contributions to the community we serve.

Job Summary

The Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures to support accurate and timely patient diagnosis and treatment. This role is responsible for safely positioning patients, selecting appropriate technical factors, and producing high-quality images in accordance with physician orders, established protocols, and regulatory standards. The Radiologic Technologist applies professional judgment to ensure image quality, patient safety, and comfort, while adhering to radiation safety principles and quality control requirements. The position works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff to deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Essential Functions

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders


• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation


• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice


• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate


• Prepares equipment and supplies


• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters


• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment


• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or report equipment malfunctions as necessary


• Positions patient and performs imaging procedures


• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results


• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure


• Enters, transmits and reports scan results


• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision


• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

Qualifications

Education

• Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) graduate of an accredited program of medical radiography (required)

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist in the state of practice Upon Hire (required)


• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire (required)

Experience

• 1+ years radiologic tech experience (preferred)


• BCLS required