Radiology Tech PRN

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Enterprise (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Competitive salary

Job summary

Medical Center Enterprise in Alabama seeks a Radiology Technologist II (Rad Tech) for PRN coverage. You will perform advanced diagnostic imaging, operate and maintain equipment, ensure patient safety, and collaborate with the care team to deliver high-quality images.

Education to patients and staff is part of the role, with a focus on safety and accuracy. The position requires ARRT certification, state licensure as applicable, and BCLS within 30 days of hire; ACLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of clinical experience as a Radiologic Technologist required.
• ARRT certification required.
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state.
• BCLS required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates radiographic/x-ray equipment to produce high-quality imaging.
• Educates patients and families about pre-, during-, and post-procedure steps.
• Provides in-service training on radiology equipment and radiation safety.
• Performs invasive imaging procedures as assigned with safety compliance.
• Monitors vital signs during procedures and relays information to medical staff.
• Maintains accurate patient records and documentation of charges.
• Ensures proper paperwork is signed, dated, and timed by physicians.
• Checks radiology equipment before use for safety and function.
• Acts as a team resource, guiding and delegating as needed.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient education

Radiology procedures

Safety protocols

Education

ARRT certification

Licensed Radiologic Technologist (state)

BCLS certification

ACLS preferred

Job description

Radiology Technologist
Position Type: PRN, covering vacation days. Hours will range from dayshift hours to 2nd and possibly 3rd shift occationally

Benefits

• 401k with Matching
• Competitive salary

Job Summary

The Radiology Technologist II (Rad Tech) performs advanced diagnostic imaging procedures to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment. This role involves operating and maintaining imaging equipment, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and collaborating with the healthcare team to produce high-quality diagnostic images. The Radiology Technologist II adheres to all regulatory standards and protocols, provides education to patients and families, and serves as a resource for the team.

Schedule

PRN, as needed, schedule varies

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of clinical experience as a Radiologic Technologist required

Licenses and Certifications

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

Essential Functions

• Operates, monitors, and maintains radiographic/x-ray equipment during procedures, ensuring accurate and high-quality imaging.
• Educates patients and families about pre-procedure, during-procedure, and post-procedure events and instructions, addressing questions to ensure understanding and comfort.
• Assists management in providing in-service training on the use of radiology equipment and monitoring radiation safety practices within the lab.
• Performs all assigned functions related to invasive imaging procedures as needed, ensuring compliance with safety and procedural standards.
• Monitors patients' vital signs and pulses during procedures, relaying accurate information to the appropriate medical staff.
• Maintains accurate patient records, including pre-procedure, during-procedure, and post-procedure documentation, as well as ensuring proper documentation of charges.
• Ensures all required paperwork is signed, dated, and timed by physicians in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.
• Checks all radiology equipment before use, ensuring proper functioning and safety.
• Serves as a resource for the team by providing guidance, resolving conflicts, and accepting delegated authority as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

About Medical Center Enterprise

Medical Center Enterprise is a 131-bed facility offering obstetrics and gynecology, emergency medicine, family medicine, general surgery and a range of additional medical specialties. We believe in the power of people to create great care. We are a progressive, acute care hospital where skilled professionals and technology come together to provide compassionate, customer-focused care. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.