Radiologic Technologist OR Specialist

Parkridge Health System; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with employer match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga is seeking an Imaging OR Specialist to perform a variety of imaging procedures in the OR setting. You will work closely with surgeons to provide real-time imaging support, ensure high-quality images, and maintain strict radiation safety protocols.

The role requires ARRT certification or equivalent, a relevant radiologic technology degree, and at least 1 year of post-graduate experience.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology and ARRT certification.
• 1 year post-graduate experience.
• ARRT-R radiography must be obtained within 1 year of employment start date.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) in place.

Responsibilities

• Operates all department equipment safely and properly, following radiation safety protocols.
• Implements proper exposure techniques and positioning.
• Documents all imaging procedures and maintains patient records.
• Operates and maintains x-ray equipment including intraoperative CT and C-Arms (3D).
• Maintains sterile field and aseptic technique while operating OR x-ray equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment issues and adapts during complex procedures.
• Obtains high-quality radiographs during surgical procedures and ensures proper exposure/ alignment.
• Provides real-time imaging support with surgeons during procedures.
• Performs contrast media administration per age/weight guidelines and conducts portable exams.
• Follows quality control procedures for equipment and accessories.
• Participates in holiday/on-call schedule.
• Communicates with patients, doctors, and coworkers.

Education

Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

Meditech

PACS

Intraoperative CT

C-Arms

3D imaging

Job description

RT(R)(ARRT) Do you have the career opportunities as a/an Radiologic Technologist OR Specialist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Parkridge Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Days Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Imaging OR Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of imaging procedures ordered by the physician. Imaging OR Specialist are responsible for day-to-day activities to ensure the delivery of quality patient care in a diagnostic/therapeutic environment, specifically in the OR environment. Highly skilled in the use of imaging OR equipment assisting surgeons during OR procedures.

What you will do in this position:

• Operates all department equipment safely and properly. Adhering to strict radiation safety protocols to minimize exposure to patients, staff and self.
• Implements proper exposure techniques and positioning.
• Accurately documents all imaging procedures, maintains accurate patient records.
• Operates and maintain specialized x-ray equipment, including intraoperative CT, all C-Arms (including 3D).
• Maintain sterile field and follow proper aseptic techniques while operating OR x-ray equipment.
• Able to trouble shoot equipment issues and adapt to changing situations during complex surgical procedures.
• Obtain high-quality radiographic images during surgical procedures, ensuring they are properly exposed and aligned.
• Work closely with surgeons and other surgical staff to provide real-time imaging support during procedures, such as guiding placement of surgical hardware or identifying anatomical structures.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform contrast media administration according to age/weight specific guidelines.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform portable exams.
• Follows proper procedures for quality controls related to equipment and accessories.
• Participates in the holiday and on call work schedule.
• Follows department protocols for communicating with patients, doctors and coworkers.
• Transportation of patients to and from the radiology dept. safely.
• Demonstrates knowledge of drugs, their actions, side effects and contraindications for administration.
• Demonstrates proper documentation concerning patient’s history, including lab values prior to contrast administration.
• Exhibits the ability to start and maintain IV access.
• Accurately follows physician orders, documents completion of exam in Meditech, scans documents and verifies images in PACS.
• Teaches and mentors new hires and radiology students.

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• (ARRT-R) Radiography must be obtained within 1 year of employment start date
• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology; Associate Degree, or Bachelors Degree
• 1 year post-graduate experience

Benefits

Parkridge Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Parkridge Medical Center is a 270+ bed hospital. We are near downtown Chattanooga. We feature comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These services include cardiovascular surgery and cancer treatment. These services include intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. The facility includes a state of the art neurosurgery program. Patients also have access to OB‑GYN services. Patients have access to a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. They also have access to (NICU) and behavioral health treatment centers for children and adults.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.