Radiologic Technologist PRN

Hughston; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Alabama is hiring an assistant to support physicians and staff in patient care and produce high-quality radiographs. The role involves ensuring X-ray equipment is functional, assisting patients with proper positioning, and handling radiology requisitions. Candidates should be graduates of accredited radiologic technology programs, with Basic Life Support certification preferred. Applicants will need a strong understanding of radiographic techniques and knowledge of HIPAA requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited two-year radiologic technology program or equivalent military training.
• Completion of coursework required for appropriate state licensure and certification(s) (if applicable).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and other staff members with patient care in producing high quality radiographs.
• Take X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety.
• Ensure equipment is in working order and report malfunctions.

Skills

Knowledge of radiographic technique

Medical imaging system skills

Ability to assist with lifting patients

Training and supervision skills

Understanding of HIPAA requirements

Education

Graduate of an accredited two-year radiologic technology program

Completion of state licensure requirements

Tools

Radiation protection materials

C-Arm equipment

Job description

Overview

Assist physicians and other staff members with care of patients in producing high quality radiographs.

Responsibilities

• Must have a command of radiographic technique.
• Must have command of medical imaging system and be able to assist other staff members as needed.
• Responsible for understanding and carrying out radiology requisitions and views.
• Memorize what views each physician requires on exams.
• Assist patients in getting into the positions required to get the radiographs needed with the occasional need to lift the patient.
• Take X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety.
• Stock necessary supplies.
• Use a variety of radiation protection and shielding materials.
• Assist with and provides direct training and supervision to student technologists.
• Ensure equipment is in working order. Report any malfunction to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Carry out radiology requisitions and views. Use radiographic technique, medical imaging system, and assist other staff members as needed.
• Operate all portables and C-Arm equipment (if applicable).
• Provide back up support to Medical Assistants, which includes rooming patients, transcribing, entering tests and procedures, EMR documentation, reviewing initial vital signs, assisting with minor procedures (e.g. suture/staple removal), assisting with DME placement/removal, and ensuring all equipment and exam rooms are sterilized and clean/stocked (if applicable).
• Import and upload outside CDs for clinic.

Experience

• Required: None.

Preferred

• Previous orthopedic experience.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited two-year radiologic technology program or equivalent military training.
• Completion of coursework required for appropriate state licensure and certification(s) (if applicable).

Special Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Knowledge of radiographic technique and medical imaging system(s).
• Vast knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy.
• Ability to work independently and have working knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
• Valid Driver’s License, satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) and proof of insurance required for position on-boarding.
• Annual MVR may be required per policy and procedure; background reports may be ran as needed throughout the course of employment.

All applicants must apply at www.hughston.com to be considered.

The Hughston Clinic, The Hughston Foundation, The Hughston Surgical Center, Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, Hughston Medical, Hughston Orthopaedics Trauma, Hughston Orthopaedics Southeast and Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital participate in E-Verify. This company is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.