Radiology Technologist: Precise Imaging & Patient Care

McLeod Health; Little River (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McLeod Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures with a focus on patient safety and high-quality images. You will verify patient identifiers, ensure correct procedures, and maintain confidentiality while delivering compassionate care.

Responsibilities include equipment operation (C-Arm/Fluro when needed), timely image delivery to PACS, and adherence to annual training and age-specific care.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technologist.
• SC Radiation Quality Standards credential required/eligible.
• Radiologic Technologist certification required; Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient identification by verbal response comparing two identifiers- the requisition and chart.
• Ensures correct procedure is done by checking the order, calls for order clarification as needed and documents order clarification correctly.
• Treats patient and procedure in accordance with the McLeod Health Confidentiality policy.
• Completes annual training and demonstrates age-specific care thereby meeting the needs of patient population served.
• Greets and assists patient with appropriate attire for procedure, thoroughly explains procedure, length, and expectations along with desired results.
• Expresses sincere concern for patient’s well-being by conveying the feeling that they are the reason we are here and to reduce the patient’s anxiety.
• Selects and utilizes appropriate technical factors for procedure based on body habitus, pathology, and body part while consistently positioning patient properly during procedure.
• Verifies that all images obtained have crossed over successfully into Pacs and are of high quality prior to forwarding to the Radiologists for interpretation.
• Demonstrates knowledge of C-Arm/Fluro equipment being used when assisting with Pain mgmt procedures.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of imaging equipment being used, which will be listed on the Competency Skills Checklist.
• Maintains attention to equipment and patient during procedure.
• Maintains acceptable completion time based on the complexity of the procedure and or condition of the patient thereby demonstrating good utilization of time through productivity.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Job description

McLeod Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures with a focus on patient safety and high-quality images. You will verify patient identifiers, ensure correct procedures, and maintain confidentiality while delivering compassionate care.

Responsibilities include equipment operation (C-Arm/Fluro when needed), timely image delivery to PACS, and adherence to annual training and age-specific care.