Rad Technologist I

Tidelands Health; Avenue (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Tidelands Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist I to perform radiographic procedures with minimal supervision, applying sound anatomical positioning and quality standards. You will administer ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes in adult and pediatric imaging, while ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the procedure.

The role requires an associate degree in radiologic technology, ARRT(R) certification, BLS within 30 days of hire, and at least one year of Rad Tech experience

Qualifications

• Understand and apply ALARA concepts in radiologic procedures.
• Demonstrate time management to handle exams efficiently.
• Communicate clearly with patients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic procedures with appropriate positioning and anatomy.
• Use shielding and immobilization for patient safety.
• Document patient history and exam results in the HIS.
• Operate imaging equipment and select proper exposure factors.
• Maintain imaging equipment and assist with mentoring students or new hires.

Skills

ALARA concepts

Time management

Effective communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day - 8 hour shift (United States of America)

Join Team Tidelands and help people live better lives through better health!

Radiologic Technologist I

Are you passionate about quality and committed to excellence? Consider joining our Tidelands Health team. As our region's largest health care provider, we are also one of our area's largest employers. More than 2,500 team members at more than 70 Tidelands Health locations bring our healing mission to life each day.

A Brief Overview

Performs radiographic procedures at a technical level requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology; a high degree of technical competency and with the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with minimal supervision. Apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and/or pediatric radiology.

What You Will Do

• Provide excellent patient care by educating and preparing patients for their procedure while utilizing effective communication.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety for the duration of their procedure.
• Obtain and document accurate patient medical history to assist radiologist’s interpretation.
• Position and instruct patient while utilizing protective shielding, immobilization, and supportive devices as required.
• Perform standard diagnostic radiographic procedures as required by physician’s order.
• Perform a variety of diagnostic procedures to include but not limited to fluoroscopy, C-arm in the Operating Room, digital and mobile imaging at applicable locations.
• Select proper exposure factors of radiographic equipment for each examination.
• Completion of exam in hospital information system.
• Cleaning and maintaining all imaging equipment.
• May also assist with mentoring and/or training students, new hires.

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree from an approved Radiologic Technology program. Required

Experience Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year Rad Tech experience. Preferred

Skills And Abilities

• Understand and utilize ALARA concepts and critical thinking
• Time management
• Effective communication.

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiography - American Registry Radiologic Technologist ARRT(R) certification required. Required
• Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire. Recertification every two years is Required
• South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association certified. Required

Physical Demand

Medium Physical Demand

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a contract for employment nor a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.