Radiology Tech - PRN Imaging Specialist

Baptist-Health; Jonesville (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health Citizens Hospital in Talladega, AL is seeking a Radiology Tech for PRN coverage. You will perform diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation while adhering to radiation safety principles.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program with Alabama licensure, ARRT certification, and current BLS. You will support quality control, patient safety, and supervise student technologists as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Alabama licensure as Radiologic Technologist.
• ARRT certification required; BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation and/or intervention.
• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
• Adheres to Baptist Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
• Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.
• Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
• Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented.
• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
• Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
• Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks.
• Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication administration.
• Administers medical aid as required in cases of adverse reactions to contrast medication and/or other emergencies.
• Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
• Assists in supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists.
• Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Ensures safety of all customers.
• Maintains attendance in line with Baptist Health policies and applicable laws.
• Maintains compliance with Baptist Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.

Education

Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Alabama State Radiologic Technologist licensure

ARRT certification

Current BLS certification

Job description

Baptist Health Citizens Hospital in Talladega, AL is seeking a Radiology Tech for PRN coverage. You will perform diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation while adhering to radiation safety principles.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program with Alabama licensure, ARRT certification, and current BLS. You will support quality control, patient safety, and supervise student technologists as needed.