Radiologic Technologist Part Time

Hughston; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical clinic in Montgomery, Alabama, is searching for a Radiologic Technologist to assist with patient care by producing high-quality radiographs. The ideal candidate will have completed a two-year accredited radiologic technology program and possess BLS certification. Responsibilities include ensuring the proper functioning of medical equipment, assisting patients, and providing training to student technologists. The role offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a focus on patient safety and care.

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.
• 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 and satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with patient care in producing high quality radiographs.
• Must command radiographic techniques and medical imaging systems.
• Understand and carry out radiology requisitions.
• Assist patients in getting into required positions for radiographs.
• Take X-rays following established procedures for patient safety.
• Stock necessary supplies and ensure equipment is working.
• Provide training and supervision to student technologists.
• Support Medical Assistants with various patient care tasks.

Job description

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

Position 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 orthopaedic 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 and satisfactory motor vehicle record (MVR) may be required (MVR will be screened on an annual basis).

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.