Radiation Technologist-Family Practice Group Winchester

Baptist; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist in Memphis, TN seeks a Radiation Technologist for the Family Practice Group. The role operates radiology equipment and conducts routine diagnostic procedures to aid diagnosis and treatment under physician guidance.

Candidates should complete an ARRT-accredited radiography program, be registered or awaiting registration, and ideally hold an associate degree. Responsibilities include patient positioning, equipment upkeep, documentation, and quality-improvement participation.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by ARRT-acceptable mechanism.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with current Registry in Radiography or awaiting registry.
• Associates degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety methods as requested by a licensed physician.
• Exercise judgement in selecting and computing settings for each patient.
• Maintains equipment, procedure rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Participates in performance improvement activities to ensure standard-of-care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Radiologic principles

Patient positioning

Education

ARRT registry

AS degree in radiography

Job description

Radiation Technologist-Family Practice Group Winchester

Memphis, TN, United States

Job Info

• Job Identification 45247
• Job Category RADIOLOGY
• Business Unit BMG Family Physicians Group
• Department BMG Family Physicians Group

Job Description

Job Summary

Operates radiology equipment and performs routine diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians according to established standards and practices in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease.

Job Summary

Operates radiology equipment and performs routine diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians according to established standards and practices in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety method as requested by a licensed physician.
• Exercise judgement in selecting and computing settings for each patient.
• Develop an appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental performance improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards. Collects quality data for monitoring performance improvement.
• Completes assigned goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

• Experience as obtained through the completion of a Radiology Technology Program.

Preferred/Desired

Education

Minimum Required

• Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT. Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with current Registry in Radiography ARRT(R) or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry.

Preferred/Desired

• Associates degree in related field

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory. Utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Demonstrates ability to receive and follow written and oral instructions; ability to plan and organize work.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

• ARRT(R); BLS Certification within 14 days of hire. New graduate who will obtain required registry within 120 days of hire. State license as required.

Preferred/Desired