Rad Tech. II

West-Tennessee-Healthcare; Milan (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

West-Tennessee-Healthcare in Milan, Tennessee seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiographic procedures on patients of varying ages. The role requires proficiency with radiologic equipment, RIS/PACS, and collaboration with radiologists and physicians in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include patient instruction, safety compliance, and correct disposal of hazardous waste while supporting a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Formal education in Radiologic Technology from an AMA-accredited ARRT program.
• Current CPR certification and ARRT licensure maintenance within one year.
• Experience performing MRI procedures.
• Proficiency with RIS and PACS computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality radiographic procedures on patients of varying ages.
• Operate and care for diagnostic radiographic equipment.
• Explain pre- and post-instruction to patients.
• Assist radiologist and physicians in procedures.
• Maintain safety regulations and complete incident reports.
• Dispose of hazardous pharmaceutical waste properly.
• Support department teamwork and contribute to a positive work climate.

Skills

Radiologic Technology

MRI proficiency

Patient care

RIS/PACS

Education

ARRT-Accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Category:RadiologyCity:MilanState:TennesseeShift:Other Shift (United States of America)Job Description Summary:Responsible for performing radiographic diagnostic procedures and for selecting technique factors and positioning. Under the supervision of the Diagnostic Radiology Manager, responsible for performing diagnostic procedures on an assigned shift as scheduled. The employee is subject to call back and overtime as required by the hospital.ResponsibilitiesPerforms all high-quality radiographic procedures on patients of varying ages.Proficient use of all diagnostic radiographic equipment.Operation and care of computerized processing system.Provides an explanation for pre and post-instruction to patients.Assists the radiologist and physicians in performing radiographic procedures or tasks.Practices and maintains safety regulations established or required and completes incident reports.Ensures the proper segregation and safe disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste.Contributes to a positive work climate and the overall team effort of the department.QualificationsEDUCATION: Skills and proficiency in the technical field of Radiologic Technology. Such proficiency is acquired through the completion of a formal education program in Radiologic Technologic (ARRT) that is accredited by AMA.LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification. Responsible for maintaining a current license with the ARRT within one year of employment. Is proactive and ensures the availability of a current license, does not let the license lapse at the end of the birth month. Notifies any known problems with their license immediately to the Director.EXPERIENCE: Proficiency in performing MRI.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Consistently smiles and is pleasant to patients, visitors, and co-workers. Cheerfully adheres to and promotes the "Quality Plus" and departmental "Service Excellence" expectations standards. Must demonstrate computer skills necessary to interact with a Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archive Communication System (PACS).NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE STATEMENTWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.