Radiology Technician

Jasper Memorial Hospital; Monticello (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jasper Memorial Hospital seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform CT scans and radiographic procedures with a focus on patient safety and efficiency. Responsibilities include equipment upkeep, record-keeping, and collaboration with medical staff.

Candidates should hold ARRT certification or equivalent and a state credential if required. The role emphasizes professional conduct, ongoing education, and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of AMA Accredited Radiographic Program or equivalent.
• Certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent.
• Valid state credential, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT scans and radiographic procedures using imaging modalities.
• Delivers professional radiologic services with attention to safety and efficiency.
• Maintains radiographic equipment and supplies and ensures proper operation.
• Maintains patient records and communicates with medical staff and departments.
• Complies with radiation protection/safety policies and facility regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ARRT-certified radiologic technologist or equivalent program

Job description

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Casual Technical Monticello, GA, US

Performs Computerized tomography scans and Radiographic procedures using imaging modalities and assuring the proper implementation of these procedures. Delivers special care to properly assess that each procedure is conducted in an efficient and safe manner following JMH’s Policies and Procedure, Values and Mission Statement. Provides appropriate care and skills according to age specific competency. Responsible for all radiographic equipment and supplies utilized in the imaging modality.

RELATED FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for delivery of professional services
• Responsible for provision of quality care
• Responsible for maintaining radiation protection/safety as it relates to patients, staff and equipment.
• Maintains appropriate patient and departmental records
• Maintains an open communication with members of the medical staff, administration and ancillary personnel/other departments
• Maintain work area in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Follow standard and prescribed safety regulations
• Respond to all facility emergency codes
• Attend facility-sponsored training in Blood Borne pathogens, Fire Safety, Right to Know and Chemical Hygiene.
• Participates in in-service training/educational programs
• Maintains professional certifications as necessary for job
• Pursues continuing education in professional practice and management skills
• Maintains a professional appearance and behavior at all times
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of all date and information relating to the facility, medical staff and patients.
• Maintain patient safety and patient care as a top priority
• Abide by all relevant facility policies and procedures
• Report any violation of OSHA Regulations to supervisor
• Report any quality improvement patients safety issues to the appropriate committee
• Report defective materials, faulty operations of equipment and unusual matters to supervisor and other appropriate personnel.
• Notify ordering Physicians of any problem or delays in procedure or performance of equipment.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Competency in professional practice and management skills as appropriate

Graduate of Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (AMA) Accredited Radiographic Program or equivalent or BMO course.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or equivalent

Valid state credential, if applicable.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Relates cooperatively and constructively with all patients, guests, families, physicians, peers and all health care members as well as anyone the employee comes in contact with during the course of daily activities

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sufficient mobility and strength to ambulate, position, transfer patients. Marked amount of walking, standing, reaching, pulling, pushing, stooping and kneeling. Minimal lifting requirements of 40 to 50 pounds.

VERBAL AND/OR COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language.

ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL/MOTOR SKILLS

ESSENTIAL MENTAL ABILITIES

Knowledgeable and competent to perform essential functions.

ESSENTIAL SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Ability to visually and audibly perform all essential functions.

EXPOSURE TO HAZARDS

Exposure to infectious diseases, bloods and body fluids, and chemical products.

OTHER

Assume the responsibility for professional growth and continuing education