Radiology Technologist PRN

Baptist Health; Jonesville (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health Citizens Hospital in Talladega, AL is seeking a Radiology Tech for PRN assignments with a focus on delivering high-quality imaging and patient safety. You will perform diagnostic imaging and related procedures, ensuring accurate results and adherence to radiation safety standards.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program, Alabama licensure, ARRT certification, and current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Valid Alabama licensure as Radiologic Technologist.
• ARRT certification.
• Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation and/or intervention.
• Exhibits professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor aligned with quality care.
• Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
• Assists in supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists.
• Utilizes all imaging systems effectively and ensures patient safety and accurate documentation.

Skills

Radiologic Technology

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

Education

Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Position Summary

Baptist Health Citizens Hospital

Talladega, AL

Radiology Tech

PRN

Baptist Health Citizens Hospital is a 122-bed hospital located in Talladega committed to advancing the health and wellness of the communities we serve. With a community focus, Baptist Health Citizens Hospital offers a full range of services to meet the diverse needs of our patients, including quick, lifesaving response for those experiencing chest pain or stroke symptoms; comprehensive emergency room care; surgical services; cardiovascular care; diagnostic imaging; digestive health care; orthopedics; a sleep disorder center.

A Brief OverviewProvides quality patient care when performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention while adhering to radiation safety principles.

Responsibilities

What you will do

• 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 Baptist Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
• Assesses 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 Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• None.
• Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Alabama and
• Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and
• Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification