Radiologic Technologist

CommonSpirit Health; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus Available

Job summary

CommonSpirit Memorial is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to produce diagnostic images and support Radiologists in accurate diagnoses. You will perform X-rays, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, CT, and MRI exams while engaging with patients to ensure a positive experience.

Required AS in Radiologic Technology, ARRT certification, and CPR. ACLS preferred. Full-time schedule M-Th 11a-9p, with a sign-on bonus available.

Qualifications

• Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology from an accredited school (upon hire).
• Basic Life Support - CPR required (upon hire).
• Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT) required (upon hire).
• Preferred: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Responsibilities

• Produce and perform all diagnostic radiographs for interpretation by physician or radiologist.
• Position patients and adjust equipment to capture diagnostic images per procedures.
• Examine radiology films/digital exams for density, definition, magnification and distortion.
• Take X-rays of various body parts to diagnose disease or injury.
• Follow safety principles and radiation protection, ensuring patient comfort.
• Record test results and monitor patient data.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Education

Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

Full Time: M-Th 11a-9p

Sign on Bonus Available

As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions.

Each day, you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.

To excel, you must deeply understand diagnostic imaging\'s critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.

• Produce and perform all diagnostic radiographs procedures, to be interpreted by the physician or radiologist.
• Position patients and adjust equipment for taking diagnostic images following established procedures.
• Examine radiology film and/or digital exams for properties such as density and contracts, definition, magnification and distortion.
• Take x-rays of various portions of the body in order to diagnosis disease or injury.
• Follow safety principles, radiation protection, and the general comfort and care of the patient.
• Record test results and monitors patient data.

Job Requirements

Required

• Associates Of Science From an accredited school of radiologic technology, upon hire
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire and

Preferred

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, upon hire

Where You\'ll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Pay Range

$24.88 - $37.00 /hour