Radiology Technician, Acute

Lifepoint Health®; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Tuition Assistance & 401(k)

Job summary

Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield, KY, seeks a Radiology Technician to perform imaging procedures per established practice standards and to ensure patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include reviewing orders, educating patients, administering contrast as needed, selecting exposure settings, and maintaining equipment quality. ARRT and KY licensure timelines are required for hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Program in Discipline - required or validated by current licensure; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• (KY) State Radiation Operator’s License or temporary (KY) license.
• ARRT certification within 6 months of hire.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Critical thinking and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patients regarding procedures, equipment and exam.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports changes.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots equipment malfunctions and reports as needed.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedures.
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with image quality.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues.

Skills

Critical thinking

Stress management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Graduate of accredited program

KY State Radiation Operator license

ARRT certification within 6 months

BCLS certification within 90 days

Job description

Who We Are

Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 107-bed, Joint Commission‑accredited facility offering a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including the New Beginnings Birthing Center, Advanced Healing Wound Care Center, and an accredited chest pain center.

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do.

Location

Mayfield, Kentucky – western Kentucky, near Kentucky Lake, Ohio River, and Mississippi River.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Position Summary

The Radiology Technician performs imaging procedures in accordance with scope and standards of practice.

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patients regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Program in Discipline - required or validated by current licensure; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• (KY) State Radiation Operator’s License or temporary (KY) State Radiation Operator’s license.
• ARRT certification within 6 months of hire.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

EEOC Statement

Jackson Purchase Medical Center is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.