Radiology Technologist

Chippenham Hospital; Tuckahoe (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan with up to match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Chippenham Hospital is seeking a Radiology Technologist to capture high-quality radiographs using fixed and portable equipment, while adhering to radiation safety guidelines.

The role involves patient care, collaboration with radiologists, and proficient use of Meditech and PACS. AAMA approved education and ARRT licensure with BLS are required; preferred: 1 year as staff technologist.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• Licensure: ARRT and BLS required.
• Experience: Preferred 1 year as a staff technologist.

Responsibilities

• Obtain quality radiographs with standard equipment and portable units within an acceptable timeframe.
• Follow radiation safety guidelines and use PPE.
• Perform computer operations (Meditech, PACS) and verify orders.
• Provide patient care in a professional and courteous manner.
• Prepare rooms and monitor supplies; maintain cleanliness and order.
• Assist radiologist with medications and contrast agents as needed.

Skills

Radiographic techniques

Patient care

Radiation safety

Communication

Education

AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Meditech

PACS

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $30.64 - $42.90 / hour
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The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Radiology Technologist with Chippenham Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary and Qualifications

SPECIFIC ELEMENTS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS*

1. Obtains quality radiographs of patients within the department as well as with portable equipment in an acceptable timeframe.
2. Complies with radiation safety guidelines for patient and self. Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Operates radiographic equipment safely and competently.
3. Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations (i.e. Meditech and PACS). Ensure proper charges are entered and referring physician’s orders are verified.
4. Renders patient care in a professional and courteous manner.
5. Prepares examination rooms for radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Monitors inventory of supplies during room rotation. Maintain room cleanliness and neat appearance of work areas and dressing rooms.
6. Assists the radiologist in administering medications, contrast agents and all types of care to the patient.
7. Reviews each exam for technical accuracy (i.e. markers on images, technical quality, anatomical positioning, annotation, etc.) and completes verification process in PACS.
8. Assists Diagnostic Supervisor with PACS clean up. i.e.: Clean CR plates, erase cassettes, close and send exams from workstations, etc.
9. Completes and maintains personal educational requirements.
10. Maintains strict confidentiality regarding employees and patient information according to Policy and Procedure.

What qualifications you will need:

EDUCATION

REQUIRED: Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. Responsible for continuing education credits as mandated by the ARRT for licensure

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

REQUIRED: American Registry of Radiologic Technology Required: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider

PREFERRED: Society of Radiologic Technology Preferred: Virginia Society of Radiologic Technology

EXPERIENCE

PREFERRED: One-year as a staff technologist

Benefits

Chippenham Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.