Radiologic Technologist: Diagnostic Imaging Specialist

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); Hazard (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a CT Technologist for its Medical Center in Hazard, KY. You will perform diagnostic imaging studies, prepare patients and equipment, verify studies in RIS/PACS, and ensure ALARA standards are met to achieve optimal diagnostic yield.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, positioning patients, operating complex radiographic systems, venipuncture as needed, and maintaining equipment while following safety and hospital policies.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Knowledge of ALARA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies.
• Explains and prepares patients for radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Positions patients to maximize diagnostic yield while adhering to ALARA.
• Operates radiographic equipment within the Radiology Department and at the patient's bedside.
• Maintains radiographic equipment and x-ray rooms in proper working condition.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervision.
• Assists with higher-complexity examinations when required.
• May perform venipuncture as needed for examinations.
• Attends safety training and follows hospital safety plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned and adheres to policies.

Skills

CPR Certification

Basic computer skills

ALARA guidelines

On-call requirements

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiology

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a CT Technologist for its Medical Center in Hazard, KY. You will perform diagnostic imaging studies, prepare patients and equipment, verify studies in RIS/PACS, and ensure ALARA standards are met to achieve optimal diagnostic yield.

Responsibilities include reviewing requests, positioning patients, operating complex radiographic systems, venipuncture as needed, and maintaining equipment while following safety and hospital policies.