Radiology Technician PRN

Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas is seeking a Radiology Technologist for PRN shifts. The role involves reviewing orders, educating patients, preparing contrast as needed, and ensuring high-quality imaging with strict safety standards.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, operating imaging equipment, and reporting scan results promptly, supporting a capable radiology team in Sumner County, Tennessee.

Qualifications

• Graduate or Registry Eligible Radiologic Technologist of an educational program in Radiologic Technology.
• 6 months experience as Rad Tech - Preferred.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
• Registry Eligible Technologist must be registered within three (3) months of graduation.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educate patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Enters, transmits, and reports scan results.

Skills

Patient education

Imaging procedures

Quality control

Safety standards

Troubleshooting

Education

Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Radiology Technologist

PRN

Your Experience Matters

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas

formerly Sumner Regional Medical Center, is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Radiology Technologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How You'll Contribute

A Radiology Technologist who excels in this role:

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educate patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the 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.
• 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 the patient and repeating the procedure. Enters, transmits, and reports scan results.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• 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 and 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.

What We're Looking For

Graduate or Registry Eligible Radiologic Technologist of an educational program in Radiologic Technology.

Minimum Work Experience

New Rad Tech Graduates considered.

Additional Requirements Include

6 months experience as Rad Tech - Preferred.

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
• Registry Eligible Technologist must be registered within three (3) months of graduation.

More about Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas, formerly Sumner Regional Medical Center, is a 167 bed Level III Trauma Center who has been providing quality health care to Gallatin, Hendersonville and the surrounding areas for 65 years. Since opening in 1959 as Sumner County Memorial Hospital, Highpoint Health - Sumner has grown from a facility with just 50 employees and seven physicians to a comprehensive health care leader in the community with more than 1,000 employees and 300 physicians.

Highpoint Health - Sumner is fully accredited by The Joint Commission and is governed by a local board of trustees. The hospital is also one of the largest non-government employers in Sumner County.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.