Radiology Technician, PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Loan assistance/Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Community Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a radiologic technologist to review patient history and orders, educate patients about procedures, and ensure safe, accurate imaging. You will prepare equipment, select exposure factors, and perform QC to maintain image quality and patient safety.

The role requires ARRT certification within the specified windows and MT licensure upon hire, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth in Missoula, MT.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of Program in Discipline.
• License: MT Limited Radiologic Technologist or MT Radiologic Technologist License upon hire.
• Certification: ARRT within 6 months of hire or three months post-graduation; BCLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and the physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs quality control procedures on equipment.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Patient education

Safety/compliance

Education

Graduate of Program in Discipline

Job description

Who We Are

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Community Medical Center is a leading healthcare system with 151 beds offering adult and pediatric treatments and technology combined with medical specialties and certifications often only available in major cities.

Who We Are

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Community Medical Center is a leading healthcare system with 151 beds offering adult and pediatric treatments and technology combined with medical specialties and certifications often only available in major cities.

Where We Are

Nestled in the Rocky Mountains of western Montana, Missoula is between Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks. Our diverse community serves as western Montana's hub for education and healthcare and offers the perfect blend of four-season outdoor recreation, small town charm and big city amenities.

How You'll Contribute

• Reviews patient history and the physician's orders. Educates 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.
• 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.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Graduate of Program in Discipline
• License: MT Limited Radiologic Technologist or MT Radiologic Technologist License upon hire.
• Certification: ARRT within 6 months of hire or three months post-graduation; BCLS within 90 days of hire

What We Offer

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.

More About Community Medical Center

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Community Medical Center is a leading healthcare system with 151 beds offering adult and pediatric treatments and technology combined with medical specialties and certifications often only available in major cities.

EEOC Statement

Community Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Community Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.