Radiology Technologist PRN

HCA Healthcare; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 3,857,000 - 5,510,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Wellbeing support

PTO & disability

401(k) matching

Tuition and certification support

Fertility & family benefits

Life insurance & consumer discounts

Job summary

HCA Florida Lehigh Hospital is seeking a Florida-licensed Radiology Technologist for PRN/per diem coverage. You will perform diagnostic radiographs, ensure high-quality images, and support physicians in diagnoses while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation in MEDITECH, proper positioning, and communication with the radiology team. Requires ARRT(R) certification, Florida CRT, and BLS, with ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Completion of a 24-month Radiologic Technology program at an AMA-approved educational institution
• Valid ARRT (R) certification
• Clear/active Florida Department of Health licensure (CRT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Ability to perform work requiring standing, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Take radiographs (x-rays) to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment
• Obtain high-quality radiographic and fluoroscopic images with proper lead markers and date/time stickers
• Select proper technical factors and techniques and assist with contrast media when indicated
• Position patients ensuring modesty and safety with auxiliary equipment and devices
• Document pertinent clinical information in MEDITECH accurately and on time
• Maintain communication with patient, radiologist, and care team
• Keep equipment clean and room stocked to prevent cross-contamination

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Lifting up to 50 lbs

BLS certified

Education

AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program (24 months)

Tools

MEDITECH documentation system

ARRT (R) certification

Florida CRT licensure

Job description

Job Summary And Qualifications

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Radiology Technologist PRN with HCA Florida Lehigh Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Radiology Technologist - PRN/Per Diem

Our imaging teams are a committed, caring group of professionals. We are currently seeking a Florida-licensed Radiology Technologist on a PRN/per diem/as-needed basis. You will take radiographs (x-rays) of patients which will assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment, and you will perform procedures accurately and in a careful, compassionate and respectful manner. We prioritize patient care. If you are dedicated to caring for others, this could be your next career opportunity.

Your tasks and responsibilities as a Radiology Technologist (X-ray Tech) include but are not limited to:

• Possess sound and thorough knowledge of all diagnostic radiographic procedures and related equipment including surgical, portable, trauma, general and fluoroscopic radiographic procedures
• Obtain high-quality radiographic and fluoroscopic images assuring only optimal images are submitted for interpretation utilizing appropriate lead markers as well as date and time stickers where indicated
• Select proper and accurate technical factors and techniques to accommodate patient and assist in administration of contrast media when indicated
• Prepare, transfer and position patients as needed ensuring modesty, safely utilizing auxiliary equipment and/or devices indicated
• Document all pertinent clinical information prior to exam, obtain informed consent, and complete all required fields within MEDITECH accurately and on time
• Maintain proactive and effective communication with patient and other caregiver colleagues to include the radiologist
• Check the operation of the equipment, maintain cleanliness of table/equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases and keep room stocked with linens and necessary supplies

Qualifications

• Completion of a 24-month Radiologic Technology program at an AMA-approved educational institution
• Valid ARRT (R) certification
• Clear/active Florida Department of Health licensure (CRT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Ability to perform work which requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, and lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 lbs

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Florida Lehigh Hospital is dedicated to improving health outcomes and enhancing the well-being of our community. Our patients' health is our top priority! Accredited by The Joint Commission, our 88-bed acute care facility has been serving Lehigh Acres, Florida, since 1965. We offer specialty care services including Emergency Services, Cardiology, Critical Care, Gastroenterology, General Surgery, Nephrology, Orthopedics, and Pathology, all delivered with dignity and respect. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. “There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.”- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.