Radiologic Technologist

Medical Staffing Solutions, USA; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in Virginia seeks a Radiology Technologist responsible for safe operation of X-ray technologies to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The role includes preparing patients, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates will have good patient care skills, anatomical knowledge, and experience in a team environment. A Virginia Radiologic Technologist License is required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Radiology Technologist experience preferred.
• Ability to operate radiation producing equipment.
• Willingness to assist in additional duties as required.
• Initiative and ability to work well with a team; Growth and leadership potential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for radiological procedures and follow established procedures.
• Protect patients and staff from radiation exposure by practicing sound procedures.
• Obtain quality radiographs of patients in an acceptable timeframe.
• Prepare examination rooms for radiographic procedures
• Review each exam for technical accuracy and identify anatomical orientation on all images
• Ensure that all equipment is in good working condition and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Comply with radiation safety guidelines and operate radiographic equipment safely
• Demonstrate willingness to assist in additional duties as required

Skills

Patient care

Anatomy/pathology knowledge

Teamwork

Radiation equipment operation

Education

Current Virginia Radiologic Technologist License

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Radiology Technologist position is responsible for the safe and compliant operation of X-ray technologies to produce digital images of bones and tissues that help doctors diagnose and treat diseases and injuries.

Primary Functions and Accountabilities

• Prepare patients for radiological procedures and follow established procedures for patient care and safety
• Protect patients, yourself and staff from radiation exposure by practicing sound procedures which meet or exceed recommended industry standards.
• Obtain quality radiographs of patients in an acceptable timeframe; Process and accurately digitize images with correct patient data
• Prepare examination rooms for radiographic procedures
• Review each exam for technical accuracy and identify anatomical orientation on all images
• Ensure that all equipment is in good working condition and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Comply with radiation safety guidelines and operate radiographic equipment safely
• Demonstrate willingness to assist in additional duties as required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must be able to provide a high level of patient care in a professional and courteous manner
• Good knowledge of anatomy/pathology
• Ability to operate radiation producing equipment
• Must possess initiative and work well with a team; Growth and leadership potential for successful candidates

Position Requirements

• Must be amenable to cross-training opportunities
• 1 year of Radiology Technologist experience preferred
• Familiar with Microsoft Office and other computer operations
• Current Virginia Radiologic Technologist License required