Rad Tech

101 Southeast Health; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southeast Health radiology team is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging and fluoroscopic exams. You will operate radiologic equipment, follow radiation safety guidelines, and ensure accurate documentation for patient records.

You will provide coverage for the emergency department and surgical cases, collaborating with radiologists to obtain high-quality images and patient histories to enable precise interpretation.

Qualifications

• Basic typing and computer skills required.
• Experience operating Windows-based systems.
• Customer service oriented.
• Annual completion of competency requirements.
• Call support to the hospital within 30 minutes of notification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform diagnostic radiologic procedures for patients.
• Operate radiologic and fluoroscopic equipment following safety rules.
• Provide coverage to emergency, surgery, and other radiologic needs.
• Document correctly and accurately using PACS and patient accounting systems.

Job description

Job Description Summary

Coordinates and performs the diagnostic radiologic cases for patients. Operates all radiologic and fluoroscopic equipment and observes all radiation safety rules concerning patients, co-workers, self and others. Provides coverage to the emergency room, surgery and any other situations requesting radiologic procedures

Job Description Essential Functions

Manages all information obtained with strict confidentiality to safeguard patient information from use by unauthorized personnel. Follows Southeast Health Center’s safety guidelines for self, patients, visitors, and employees. Follows Southeast Health Center’s infection prevention policies. Independently handles communications in a manner, which decreases conflict. Is familiar with and follows hospital wide Radiation Policy and rules set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health Division of Radiation Control Understand the preparation required for departmental exams. Uses the PACS System in documenting correctly and accurately patient information to insure the quality of patient care. Uses the computer system correctly in charging the correct patient account with correct exams and supplies. Demonstrates the ability to perform all exams in the department. Has taken the initiative to insure one’s own competency with each exam. Communicates accurate patient history and symptoms to Radiologist.

Minimum Experience Required

Registered by as a Technologist by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within one (1) year of graduation date or within one (1) year of hire.

Minimum Experience Preferred

Two (2) or more years of imaging experience

Minimum Education Required

Graduate of a recognized, approved American Medical Association Council of Education program in radiologic technology. CPR Certification

Minimum Education Preferred

Completion of a undergraduate degree

Required Skills/Abilities

Basic typing and computer skills. Experience in operating personal computers in a Windows environment. Customer service oriented. Annual completion of competency requirements. Call support to the hospital within 30 minutes of notification.

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Equal Employment Employer

Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Southeast Health is an academic community-based health system serving the healthcare needs of 460,000 residents in southeast Alabama, southwest Georgia, and the Florida panhandle. The organization includes, Southeast Health Medical Center, a 420-bed hospital with the region’s largest medical group and the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM), the state’s largest medical school. The philanthropic arm of the organization is the Southeast Health Foundation, and its population health division is Southeast Health Statera Network. Southeast Health, a not-for-profit organization, exists to promote healing, prevent disease, educate medicine’s brightest minds, and bring wellness and prosperity to the region it serves. Delivering excellent patient care and top-notch educational experiences begins with great employees, which is why we constantly strive to improve the work experience for our 3,000 team members.