Radiological Technologist

Riverside Health System; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, Virginia, is hiring a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiology exams and support physicians. You will prepare patients, explain procedures, and ensure accurate screening and documentation while following RHS policies.

The role requires compliance with ALARA principles, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and coordination of patient care with proper safety measures. Evening or weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• ARRT Radiology certification is required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologists in performing radiologic imaging procedures and select proper protocol to obtain optimal images.
• Maintain safety and quality by applying policies, procedures, and ALARA principles during exams.
• Prepare equipment and supplies; ensure accurate documentation and screening per scope of practice.
• Coordinate patient care, perform assessments, document actions, and monitor inventory to avoid service interruption.
• Demonstrate detail orientation, multi-tasking ability, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

ALARA compliance

Patient care coordination

Documentation

Job description

Newport News, Virginia

Hiring Range

$28.90 - $39.78/HourlyActual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

The Radiologic Technologist in a hospital setting is responsible for performing radiology exams on patients as requested by the referring physicians. Performs all radiology exams and procedures in accordance with RHS policy and procedures. Performs patient preparation and explanation of exams, responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process, and completes all associated patient and equipment screening and technical documentation.

What you will do

• Assists radiologists in performing Radiologic imaging procedures. Select proper protocol to obtain optimal images and provides clinical documentation per scope of practice.
• Performs with a high degree of safety and quality and prevents or reduces harms through knowledge and application of policies, procedures, protocols using safety behaviors. Responsible for the preparation of equipment, instrumentation, and departmental supplies required to support quality patient care. Follows ALARA principles according to policy.
• Understands and adheres to all applicable regulatory and accrediting standards. Reports variances.
• Coordinates patient care and performs effective assessment, actions, and documentation. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
• Detail oriented ability to multi-task organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Experience

• Radiology experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiology (R) Upon Hire(Required) and
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)

Other Requirements

• Call Rotation
• Weekend Shifts
• Irregular Shifts

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.