Radiologic Technologist

CommonSpirit Health; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Chattanooga, TN seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform a variety of imaging examinations including X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, CT and MRI, ensuring high-quality diagnostics and patient comfort. This full-time role runs Tue-Fri, 7a-5p, with a sign-on bonus and a commitment to safety and accuracy.

The position requires patient positioning, equipment operation, image quality review, and diligent documentation of results while upholding radiation safety standards and

Qualifications

• Associates of Science in Radiologic Technology required upon hire.
• CPR (BLS) required upon hire.
• Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT) required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Produce diagnostic radiographs for interpretation by physicians.
• Position patients and adjust equipment for imaging.
• Review radiology films/digital exams for density, contrast and quality.
• Take X-rays of various body areas to diagnose disease or injury.
• Follow radiation safety principles and patient care.

Skills

CPR

Patient communication

Education

Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology

Tools

ARRT Radiography Certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Full Time: Tuesday-Friday 7a-5p

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.