Radiology Technologist - Orthopedics

Bayfront Health; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Leadership development programs

Health & Wellness programs

Employer retirement match

Parental leave and paid time off

Job summary

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute in Tampa, FL seeks a Radiology Technologist to provide quality diagnostic imaging while following radiation safety principles. Full-time with standard office hours, responsibilities include proper patient positioning, image quality, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Required: Florida-labeled RT licensure, ARRT certification, and current BLS. No prior experience required beyond graduation; join a supportive team in a leading orthopedic network.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation and/or intervention.
• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Adheres to radiation safety principles and regulatory standards.
• Maintains patient identification and documentation of clinical history.
• Positions patient and equipment to obtain high quality images for interpretation.

Education

Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Job description

Position Summary

Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute

West Region

Job Title: Radiology Technologist

Full time: Office Hours - Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Department: Ortho

Location: Tampa, FL

Job Summary: Provides quality patient care when performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention while adhering to radiation safety principles.

Why is Orlando Health your best place to work

• Education & Career Growth - Tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), and leadership development programs.
• Health & Wellness - Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, free virtual visits, and well-being programs.
• Financial & Retirement - Up to 5% employer match on retirement contributions.
• Work-Life Balance - Four weeks of paid parental leave, PTO, and flexible leave options.
• Family & Pet Support - Fertility benefits, adoption assistance, backup care for children/elders/pets, and pet insurance.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation and/or intervention.
• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
• Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
• Assess the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.
• Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
• Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented.
• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
• Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
• Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks.
• Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication administration.
• Administers medical aid as required in cases of adverse reactions to contrast medication and/or other emergencies.
• Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
• Assists in supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists.
• Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Ensures safety of all customers.
• Maintains reasonable regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal,state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.

Other Related Functions

• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
• Maintains well stocked and organized work areas.
• Provides patient transport.

Qualifications

Education/Training Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.

Licensure/Certification

• Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Florida and
• Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and
• Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification

Experience None

Orlando Health proudly embraces and honors the individuality of our team members. By sharing different ideas and perspectives and working together as a team, we are better able to relate to, care for and authentically serve our patients and families who make up the collective populations in our community. So, no matter who you are, what you believe or how you express yourself, you are welcome here.