Radiology Technologist

Ascension Health; Waverly (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Financial security & retirement

Time to recharge: PTO & holidays

Career growth: tuition reimbursement &

Emotional well-being: EAP & counseling

Family support: parental leave & more

Other benefits: legal & pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers in Waverly, TN seeks a full-time Radiology Technologist for the Imaging department. The role involves performing radiologic exams, ensuring patient safety, and validating data in the PACS system to support accurate diagnoses.

You will work an Evening Shift as part of a full-time schedule, joining a caring, mission-driven health system that prioritizes professional development and excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Cardiographic Tech credentialed from CCI within 3 months of hire date.
• Radiologic Technologist radiography credentialed from ARRT within 3 months of hire date.
• Medical Sonographer credentialed from ARDMS within 3 months of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-quality radiologic exams by positioning patients and selecting precise factors for clear diagnostic images.
• Follow radiation safety guidelines and monitor for changes to ensure safe imaging experience.
• Validate image data and patient history in the PACS system for reliable clinical information access.
• Maintain sterile, organized, and ready procedure areas and monitor equipment performance.

Skills

Radiology imaging

Radiation safety

Patient positioning

Image quality

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years’ experience OR Associate’s/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable job-specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Waverly, TN

Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Three Rivers

Department: Imaging | Radiology

Schedule: Full-Time | Evening Shift

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Execute high-quality radiologic exams by expertly positioning patients and selecting precise technical factors to provide physicians with the clear images needed for accurate diagnosis.
• Protect patient well-being by strictly following radiation safety guidelines and monitoring for any physical changes during procedures, ensuring a safe and secure imaging experience.
• Advocate for diagnostic excellence by validating all image data and patient history within the PACS system, ensuring the medical team has immediate access to reliable clinical information.
• Maintain a high-standard clinical environment by proactively monitoring equipment performance and ensuring all procedure areas are sterile, organized, and ready for care.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
• Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.