Radiologic Technologist / Weekend Nights

Emory Healthcare; Lithonia (GA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits start on

Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Re

Family-focused benefits

Wellness incentives

Mentorship and leadership programs

And more!

Job summary

Emory Healthcare seeks a Radiologic Technologist to operate radiologic equipment and perform imaging procedures at Emory Hillandale Hospital. This full‑time night shift (Friday–Sunday, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM, 36 hours) includes a $15/hr WEO shift differential.

Responsibilities include preparing rooms, positioning patients, producing high‑quality radiographs, supervising students, and contributing to QA and safety programs while delivering compassionate patient care and clear communication with the

Qualifications

• ARRT registration and BLS certification required.
• Minimum of one year of radiologic technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiologic equipment to produce radiographs for diagnostic purposes.
• Perform routine, portable, operating room or fluoroscope exams.
• Position patient and adjust equipment to produce high-quality images.
• Assist in training radiology staff and students; contribute to QA activities.
• Follow safety requirements and radiation protection practices.
• Document procedures and assist with billing in the Radiology Information System.

Skills

Patient care

Radiologic safety procedures

Radiographic positioning

Team communication

Quality assurance

Education

ARRT registration

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Location: Emory Hillandale Hospital.

Shift: Friday‐Sunday 7 PM – 7:30 AM (Full‑time, 36 hrs).

WEO shift differential: $15 /hr.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family‑focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs
• And more!

Responsibilities

• Operate radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (x‑rays) of the body for diagnostic purposes.
• Perform routine, portable, operating room or fluoroscope exams.
• Perform complex radiographic procedures and provide guidance to lower‑level Radiologic Technologists and students.
• Position patient, adjust equipment to produce high‑quality x‑rays, and explain various procedures to the patient.
• Takes precautions to minimize staff and patient exposure to radiation.
• Assist in training radiology staff and students. Assist in radiology quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• Effectively communicate with patients, family, and other health‑care team members.
• Keep patient and families abreast of patient's progress.
• Explain procedures to patients/families to reduce anxiety and to obtain patient cooperation.
• Assist with patient/family education. Assume and provide patient care for radiologic procedures.
• Anticipate potential patient crisis by continually evaluating patient during radiologic procedures.
• Set up procedure rooms including equipment and supplies.
• Assist with and perform multiple radiologic procedures in an appropriate timeframe.
• Ensure that patients have been prepared for procedures.
• Perform routine, portable, operating room, and fluoroscopic procedures to produce radiologic images.
• Complete all aspects of patient care documentation following the established charting procedures.
• Complete procedures in Radiology Information System to ensure billing of exams/procedures.
• Participate in performance improvement data collection.
• Follow all safety requirements of the hospital and department.
• Practice radiation protection techniques using beam‑restrictive devices, patient shielding skills and knowledge of applicable exposure factors to minimize radiation to patients and staff.
• Use personal protective equipment as required.
• May participate on safety committee.
• Properly operate, mobilize and position equipment.
• Set exposure factors and use appropriate techniques and protocols.
• Be responsible for safe operation of radiologic equipment.
• Clean equipment and stock procedure rooms.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and advise supervisor of equipment malfunctions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience.

Physical Requirements

Medium: 20–50 lbs; 0–33% of the work day (occasionally); 11–25 lbs, 34–66% of the work day (frequently); 0–10 lbs, 67–100% of the work day (constantly). Lifting up to 50 lbs maximum. Carrying objects up to 25 lbs. Occasional to frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting. Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Environmental Factors

Environmental exposures may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Possible exposures include blood‑borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals, gases, fumes, vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient care/handling injuries, radiation, shift work. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, is required.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal‑opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail].