Radiologic Technologist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Paintsville (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a qualified radiologic technologist to perform diagnostic imaging studies per physician orders. You will review requests, prepare patients, and explain procedures while maintaining ALARA standards.

The role requires ARRT certification, an associate degree in radiology, and CPR, with on-call availability for diverse shifts. You will operate radiographic equipment and support higher complexity exams in a busy radiology department.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiology required.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• ARRT certification required; state licensure required.
• Must be able to meet hospital on-call requirements.

Responsibilities

• Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies.
• Prepares patient for radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and explains them.
• Operates radiographic equipment and ensures high-quality images.
• Maintains ALARA standards to minimize radiation exposure.
• Assists with higher complexity examinations and venipuncture as needed.

Skills

CPR Certification

ALARA guidelines

On-call requirements

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiology

Tools

Radiology Equipment Operation

Job description

Overview

Performs diagnostic imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies.
• Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements.
• Explains and prepares the patient for all radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure.
• Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safety position the patient for maximum diagnostic yield.
• Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, operating suites and at the patient's bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. (As low as reasonably achievable) standards.
• Maintains radiographic equipment and x ray rooms in proper working condition. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisory personnel.
• Performs various clerical duties including.
• Assists with examination of higher complexity such as arteriography, myelography, etc. Some examinations may require competence in venipuncture.
• Performs work of equal skill, effort, and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increased responsibility.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.
• Follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and interdepartmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree associate degree in Radiology from approved two-year program Required

Experience

Up to 1 year Preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Current CPR Certification
• Basic Computer Skills
• ALARA guidelines
• Must be able to meet hospital on-call requirements.

Licenses/Certifications

• State licensure required
• ARRT required