Radiologic Technologist — Patient-Centered Diagnostic Imaging

SouthStar; Marksville (LA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Care Partners is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to prepare for and perform standard x-ray examinations using radiologic equipment per provider orders. The ideal candidate is energetic, eager to learn, and passionate about patient care, with the ability to perform blood draws, vital signs, histories, injections, and vaccines, and assist providers in procedures.

Essential functions include safety, patient positioning, shielding protocols, room preparation, radiation exposure control,

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program required.
• Certification/License: Current state Radiologic Technologist licensure. Current BLS for Healthcare Providers required.
• Experience: Prior Radiologic Technologist experience (preferred), however new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Follow prescribed safety standards in operating all required radiologic equipment.
• Experience with positioning patients and x-ray equipment to achieve desired diagnostic image.
• Knowledge and experience with appropriate shielding protocols.
• Prepare patients for examination, taking vital signs and history, and provides treatment as applicable.
• Performs blood draws and administers medication injections and vaccines.
• Prepares exam/treatment rooms; select, setup, sterilize, and maintain medical supplies and equipment for procedures.
• Select length and intensity of radiation exposure on individual patient basis or to specification of examination.
• Use of CR and DR systems.
• Examine images for properties such as density, contrast, definition, magnification, and distortion.
• Send and store images.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program

Job description

Community Care Partners is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to prepare for and perform standard x-ray examinations using radiologic equipment per provider orders. The ideal candidate is energetic, eager to learn, and passionate about patient care, with the ability to perform blood draws, vital signs, histories, injections, and vaccines, and assist providers in procedures.

Essential functions include safety, patient positioning, shielding protocols, room preparation, radiation exposure control,