Radiology Technologist: Precision Diagnostic Imaging

Taylor Health Care Group; Hawkinsville (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Health Care Group in Hawkinsville, GA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiographic services, operate imaging equipment, and ensure ALARA safety while maintaining patient comfort and records.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, assisting with contrast media, and supporting the medical team. ARRT registration or eligibility is required, with prior experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 2-year Radiologic Technologist degree from approved program
• ARRT Registration in Radiography or Registry eligible

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic radiographic services.
• Operates imaging equipment.
• Operates other equipment/devices as appropriate.
• Positions patients to image requested anatomy.
• Immobilizes patients to prevent radiographic distortion.
• Calculates exposure factors for optimum radiographic quality with lowest absorption dose.
• Practices radiation protection for patients, family members, other employees and self.
• Evaluates radiographs for technical quality and demonstration of desired anatomy.
• Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients in Medical Imaging Department.
• Assists with administration of contrast media as needed.
• Assists physician with imaging procedures.
• Initiates life support measures to patients when necessary.
• Is able to lift up to 50 pounds correctly.
• Maintains patient records.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area.
• Promotes a climate conductive to learning for co-workers.
• Assists personnel with patient care as needed.
• Rotates schedule within the department and/or other shifts as required.
• Assists and/or transports patients using wheelchair or stretcher as conditions warrant.
• Request help as needed.

Skills

Supply Management

Verbal Communication

Infection Control

Creating a Safe, Effective Environment

Organization, Scheduling

Professionalism

Customer Focus

Confidentiality

Bedside Manner

Medical Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

2-year Radiologic Technologist degree

ARRT Registered in Radiography

Registry eligible

Job description

Performs the necessary job duties to provide optimum quality patient radiographs with ALARA radiation exposure. (Allow as reasonably achievable)

Job Duties:

• Performs diagnostic radiographic services.
• Operates imaging equipment.
• Operates other equipment/devices as appropriate.
• Positions patients needed to image requested anatomy.
• Immobilizes patients as necessary to prevent radiographic distortion.
• Calculates exposure factors for optimum radiographic quality with lowest absorption dose.
• Practices radiation protection for patients, family members, other employees and self.
• Evaluates radiographs for technical quality and demonstration of desired anatomy.
• Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of patients while in Medical Imaging Department.
• Practices acceptable injection control and maintains aseptic technique as necessary.
• Assists with administration of contrast media as needed.
• Assists physician with imaging procedures.
• Initiates life support measures to patients when necessary.
• Is able to lift up to 50 pounds correctly.
• Maintains patient records
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area.
• Promotes a climate conductive to learning for co-workers.
• Assists personnel with patient care as needed.
• Rotates schedule within the department and/or other shifts as required.
• Assists and/or transports patients using wheelchair or stretcher as conditions warrant.
• Request help as needed.

Education:

High School Diploma; Minimum 2 year degree from approved Radiologic Technologist Program or College. ARRT Registered in Radiography or Registry eligible.

Training/Experience:

Prior experience highly desired.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Supply Management
• Verbal Communication
• Infection Control
• Creating a Safe, Effective Environment
• Organization, Scheduling
• Professionalism
• Customer Focus
• Confidentiality
• Bedside Manner
• Medical Teamwork