Rad Tech PRN

AllianceHealth Durant • Madill; Madill (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AllianceHealth Durant • Madill is seeking a Radiology Technologist I to obtain diagnostic-quality radiographic images while prioritizing patient safety and comfort. The role collaborates with healthcare providers to support efficient operations and high-quality patient care.

Requirements include 0–1 year of clinical radiologic technologist experience and ARRT certification. The position emphasizes radiation safety, infection control, and accurate documentation in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of clinical radiologic technologist experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs high-quality radiographic procedures independently with diagnostic-quality images.
• Adheres to ALARA and uses Image Gently/Image Wisely to minimize exposure.
• Prepares patients, verifies orders, identifies patients with two identifiers, and explains procedures.
• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics.
• Maintains imaging equipment and infection control protocols; ensures a safe environment.
• Ensures availability and organization of supplies and equipment.
• Inserts IV catheters for contrast injections during CT or MRI following policies.
• Scans and verifies documents into PACS for radiologist interpretation.
• Communicates with peers, staff, physicians, leaders, and administration.
• Identifies and mitigates artifacts to ensure image quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Makes regular, reliable attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Equipment operation

Patient care

EHR RIS

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Tools

PACS

RIS

Imaging equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Radiology Technologist I is responsible for obtaining radiographic images of diagnostic quality while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role collaborates with healthcare providers to support efficient operations and optimal patient care.

Job Summary

The Radiology Technologist I is responsible for obtaining radiographic images of diagnostic quality while while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role collaborates with healthcare providers to support efficient operations and optimal patient care.

Essential Functions

• Performs high-quality radiographic procedures independently, ensuring reproducible and diagnostic-quality images while adhering to positioning guidelines and departmental standards.
• Practices radiation safety principles in accordance with ALARA guidelines and participates in the Image Gently and Image Wisely programs to minimize exposure.
• Prepares patients for procedures, verifies orders, confirms patient identity using two identifiers, and explains procedures to ensure patient understanding and comfort.
• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics.
• Cleans and maintains imaging equipment and modalities in compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a safe and organized environment for patients and staff.
• Ensures the availability and proper organization of supplies and equipment needed for patient care.
• Inserts IV catheters for contrast injections when performing CT or MRI procedures, following departmental policies.
• Scans and verifies all associated documents into PACS for radiologist interpretation, ensuring proper documentation.
• Communicates effectively with peers, staff, physicians, leaders, and administration to support seamless patient care delivery.
• Identifies and mitigates artifacts in images, ensuring optimal image quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of clinical experience as a radiologic technologist required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of radiologic imaging techniques, patient positioning, and radiation safety.
• Proficiency in operating radiographic equipment and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Excellent patient-care and communication skills to ensure comfort and understanding of procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize imaging abnormalities and artifacts.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and radiology information systems (RIS).
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining radiology equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Understanding of radiation safety and infection control protocols.
• Strong organizational skills to ensure accurate imaging and documentation.

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification required
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required