Smithfield Hospital Radiological Technologist - as needed

Riverside Health System; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Riverside Health System is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiology exams in a hospital setting and to explain procedures to patients. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and accurate documentation while supporting radiologists and coordinating patient care.

Required ARRT Radiology certification and CPR/BLS certification; preferred radiology experience; on-site role with call rotation, weekend and irregular shifts.

Qualifications

• ARRT Radiology certification required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS certification required upon hire.
• Call rotation, weekend shifts, irregular shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assists radiologists in performing Radiologic imaging procedures and selects proper protocol.
• Ensures safety and quality, prepares equipment and supplies per policy, and follows ALARA principles.
• Adheres to regulatory standards, conducts patient assessments, and completes documentation.
• Monitors inventory to prevent service interruptions and coordinates patient care.
• Maintains multi-tasking accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Radiology experience

Education

ARRT Radiology (R) Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Hiring Range

$28.90 - $39.78/HourlyActual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

The Radiologic Technologist in a hospital setting is responsible for performing radiology exams on patients as requested by the referring physicians. Performs all radiology exams and procedures in accordance with RHS policy and procedures. Performs patient preparation and explanation of exams, responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process, and completes all associated patient and equipment screening and technical documentation.

What you will do

• Assists radiologists in performing Radiologic imaging procedures. Select proper protocol to obtain optimal images and provides clinical documentation per scope of practice.
• Performs with a high degree of safety and quality and prevents or reduces harms through knowledge and application of policies, procedures, protocols using safety behaviors. Responsible for the preparation of equipment, instrumentation, and departmental supplies required to support quality patient care. Follows ALARA principles according to policy.
• Understands and adheres to all applicable regulatory and accrediting standards. Reports variances.
• Coordinates patient care and performs effective assessment, actions, and documentation. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
• Detail oriented ability to multi-task organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Experience

• Radiology experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiology (R) Upon Hire(Required) and
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)

Other Requirements

• Call Rotation
• Weekend Shifts
• Irregular Shifts

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.