Radiologic Technologist II Radiology Day Shift

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Prattville, Alabama is seeking a Radiologic Technologist II for the Day Shift in Radiology. You will perform diagnostic imaging, adjust exposure settings, prepare supplies, and position patients according to physician instructions while adhering to radiation safety procedures.

The role requires graduation from a School of Radiologic Technology and active ARRT(R) (or NMTCB) registry, with plans to obtain CT credentials within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a School of Radiologic Technology required.
• Active ARRT(R) certification; BLS required.
• Within 12 months, obtain ARRT(R) CT or NMTCB (CT) credentials if not yet certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic procedures as directed by physicians.
• Position patients and adjust exposure, voltage and current per safety procedures.
• Prepare and set up medical supplies and equipment.
• Assist physicians with fluoroscopic examinations and special studies.
• Take on additional duties within scope as assigned.

Skills

Independent judgment

Time management

Patient condition awareness

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of Radiologic Technology program

ARRT(R) registry active or NMTCB eligible

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights:

The Radiologic Technologist shall be responsible to perform a variety of technical tasks that are involved in operating diagnostic imaging equipment. This individual will be responsible to make radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by the Physician; adjust equipment for proper exposure, voltage, and current in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures. The Technologist will determine, prepare, and set up medical supplies, instruments and equiment, and position patients for each anatomical view specified using immobilization and protective devices as required. The Technologist will assist Physician with fluoroscopic examinications and special radiographic studies. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience:

Graduate of a School of Radiologic Technology required. Active primary Radiography registry through the ARRT(R ) or NMTCB and actively working to achieve the primary ARRT(R ) (CT) or NMTCB (CT) registry status within twelve months of hire or required completion of three month training course and clinical hours provided by Baptist Health.

License / Certification:

Active ARRT (R) required, BLS required For those utilizing OJT in non-Surgical areas, must obtain ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) within 12 months of hire to role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must possess reasoning and good independent judgment.
• Must have the ability to work within rigid time constraints.
• Must be aware of patient conditions at all times.
• Must demonstrate effective communication skills.

Primary Location:

Prattville Baptist Hospital

Job:

Radiologic Technologist II Radiology Day Shift

Radiologic Technologist II - Inpatient Registered

Job Type:

Regular-Full time

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.