Radiology Tech & Medical Assistant - FT, Days

Memorial Physician Practices; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & protection

Education tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, KY, is seeking a Radiology Technician (RT) to perform imaging procedures in accordance with scope and standards. The role includes reviewing patient history, educating patients about procedures, and preparing contrast when ordered.

Responsibilities also include monitoring patient status, selecting exposure factors, ensuring safety and quality control, positioning patients, reporting results, and maintaining clear communication with the care team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a program in discipline required or validated by current licensure.
• AART certification within 6 months of hire.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire date.
• Requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision, and ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Must communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice when ordered.
• Monitors patient condition and reports changes; prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Ensures safety standards and performs quality control procedures on equipment.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedures.
• Analyzes results and resolves image quality issues, including repositioning as needed.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Skills

Critical thinking

English communication

AART certification

BLS certification

Education

Radiology/imaging tech program

Job description

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, KY, is seeking a Radiology Technician (RT) to perform imaging procedures in accordance with scope and standards. The role includes reviewing patient history, educating patients about procedures, and preparing contrast when ordered.

Responsibilities also include monitoring patient status, selecting exposure factors, ensuring safety and quality control, positioning patients, reporting results, and maintaining clear communication with the care team.