Radiologic Technologist - PRN

Community Health Systems; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Matching 401(k)

Career advancement

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Radiology Technologist I for a PRN position in Missouri. The role focuses on obtaining diagnostic-quality radiographs while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with healthcare providers to support efficient operations and high-quality patient care. Requires ARRT certification and state licensure as applicable, 0-1 years of experience, and proficiency with PACS/RIS.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of clinical radiologic technologist experience.
• ARRT certification required; state licensure as applicable.
• BCLS within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic procedures independently with diagnostic-quality images.
• Adhere to ALARA and infection control protocols.
• Prepare patients, verify orders, and explain procedures.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and documentation in PACS.
• Communicate with staff and physicians to ensure seamless patient care.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

EHR RIS familiarity

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

ARRT certification

State licensure

BCLS certification

Tools

PACS

RIS

Imaging equipment

Job description

This is a PRN Position.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay
• Matching 401(k)
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Shift: PRN, varied hours, flexible scheduling

Job Summary

The Radiology Technologist I is responsible for obtaining radiographic images of diagnostic quality while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role collaborates with healthcare providers to support efficient operations and optimal patient care.

Essential Functions

• Performs high-quality radiographic procedures independently, ensuring reproducible and diagnostic-quality images while adhering to positioning guidelines and departmental standards.
• Practices radiation safety principles in accordance with ALARA guidelines and participates in the Image Gently and Image Wisely programs to minimize exposure.
• Prepares patients for procedures, verifies orders, confirms patient identity using two identifiers, and explains procedures to ensure patient understanding and comfort.
• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics.
• Cleans and maintains imaging equipment and modalities in compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a safe and organized environment for patients and staff.
• Ensures the availability and proper organization of supplies and equipment needed for patient care.
• Inserts IV catheters for contrast injections when performing CT or MRI procedures, following departmental policies.
• Scans and verifies all associated documents into PACS for radiologist interpretation, ensuring proper documentation.
• Communicates effectively with peers, staff, physicians, leaders, and administration to support seamless patient care delivery.
• Identifies and mitigates artifacts in images, ensuring optimal image quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of clinical experience as a radiologic technologist required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of radiologic imaging techniques, patient positioning, and radiation safety.
• Proficiency in operating radiographic equipment and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Excellent patient-care and communication skills to ensure comfort and understanding of procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize imaging abnormalities and artifacts.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and radiology information systems (RIS).
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining radiology equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Understanding of radiation safety and infection control protocols.
• Strong organizational skills to ensure accurate imaging and documentation

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification required
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required

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Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.