Resource Radiologic Technologist Wknd

CommonSpirit Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Educational assistance

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, part of CommonSpirit Health, is seeking a Resource Radiologic Technologist (Weekend) to operate imaging equipment and perform diagnostic procedures. This role requires current Radiologic Technologist certification/licensure and clinical experience in diagnostic imaging.

You will collect patient history, explain procedures, ensure comfort, and maintain accurate records. Sign-on bonus and education assistance available; weekend schedule; competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiologic Technology or related field required at hire.
• JRCERT-accredited program required at hire.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification and/or other listed RT credentials required at hire.
• Experience in diagnostic imaging and a strong commitment to patient safety and care.

Responsibilities

• Operate imaging equipment and perform diagnostic procedures.
• Obtain detailed patient history and explain procedures clearly.
• Ensure patient comfort and address concerns with empathy.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to safety protocols.
• Possess and demonstrate National Patient Safety goals awareness and compliance.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient education

Education

Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology

JRCERT-accredited program

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Resource Radiologic Technologist (Weekend), you will operate imaging equipment and perform diagnostic procedures crucial for patient diagnosis, primarily on weekends.

Every day, you will obtain detailed patient history, explain routine procedures clearly, and empathetically address patient concerns, ensuring their comfort and understanding. You will be responsible for operating various imaging equipment and performing a range of diagnostic procedures. If necessary, you will prepare and administer barium salts or other chemical mixtures, always under appropriate supervision.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a current Radiologic Technologist certification/license and clinical experience in diagnostic imaging. You will demonstrate exceptional technical proficiency, meticulous attention to detail in patient history, procedure explanation, and record-keeping, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.


• Performs procedures to ensure quality patient care in accordance with Radiologist’s expectations and protocols.


• Displays knowledge and complies with the National Patient Safety goals.


• Supports and reports any identified compliance matters.


• Participates in hospital and department quality assurance programs to ensure safety and satisfaction.


• Maintains professional development and education for technical competency.

$25,000 Sign on bonus and up to $24,000 in educational assistance for eligible hires!

Job Requirements

Required

• Associates Of Science In Radiologic Technology or a related field, upon hire and


• Other Completion of an Accredited Program: The program must be accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)., upon hire


• Medical Radiographer: KY, upon hire and


• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire or


• Registered Technologist Bone Densitometry, upon hire or


• Registered Technologist Computed Tomography, upon hire or


• Registered Technologist Cardio Interventional Radiography, upon hire or


• Registered Technologist Mammography, upon hire or


• Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, upon hire or


• Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology, upon hire or


• Registered Technologist Quality Management, upon hire or


• Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy, upon hire or


• Registered Technologist Vascualr Inteventional Rad, upon hire or


• Registered Technologist Vascular Sonography, upon hire and


• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Where You\'ll Work

Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.

Saint Joseph is part of CommonSpirit Health, a non-profit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. With approximately 175,000 team members and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians.

Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2,200 care centers serving 24 states.

Pay Range

$35.00 - $35.00 /hour

We are an equal opportunity employer.