Radiologic Technologist — Flexible Schedule & Growth Path

American Family Care Northshore; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Flexible scheduling

Retirement benefits

Great small business work environment

Also, additional perks!

Job summary

American Family Care Northshore is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging to support physicians in diagnosing injuries and illnesses. Responsibilities include patient registration, image processing, and preparing images for physician review.

The role requires ARRT certification or board eligibility, state licensing, and may accept related certifications such as Medical Assistant, Practical Nursing, EMT, or Paramedic where applicable.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school or six months to one-year related experience and/or training.
• ARRT-registered or board eligible preferred.
• Licensed per state regulation.
• Medical Assistant Certification or registry, Practical Nursing License, EMT or Paramedic certification is acceptable in some states.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and explain procedures to patients in a compassionate manner
• Position patients appropriately for diagnostic imaging procedures
• Practice ALARA radiation protection techniques
• Process images, review for proper identification and quality control and prepare images for reading by a physician as well as radiologist overreads
• Utilize both digital and non-digital diagnostic imaging equipment, ensuring compliance with approved radiology techniques and all policies and procedures
• Aid provider with prescribed patient treatments in accordance with approved standards, policies, procedures, and protocol as necessary.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed
• Complete forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed
• Serve as Medical Receptionist and/or Medical Assistant if/when needed within appropriate guidelines
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Skills

ALARA safety principles

Patient care

Patient communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Related experience or training

Tools

ARRT certification

Job description

American Family Care Northshore is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging to support physicians in diagnosing injuries and illnesses. Responsibilities include patient registration, image processing, and preparing images for physician review.

The role requires ARRT certification or board eligibility, state licensing, and may accept related certifications such as Medical Assistant, Practical Nursing, EMT, or Paramedic where applicable.