Technologist-Radiology

Baptist; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Memphis seeks a Radiologic Technologist to operate radiology equipment and perform diagnostic procedures per physician orders, following established standards and safety protocols. You will select technical settings, develop procedure plans, document results, maintain clean, safe work areas, and participate in quality improvement activities to ensure high-quality patient care.

The role requires ARRT(R) certification or in process, BLS within 14 days of hire, and readiness to

Qualifications

• Completing an ARRT-certified radiology program and an accredited program.
• Associates degree or higher in a related field is required.
• AR RT certification and BLS within defined timelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiology equipment per physician orders.
• Select appropriate settings and positioning for each patient.
• Develop and implement procedure/treatment plans.
• Document procedures per hospital policies.
• Maintain equipment and rooms in a safe, clean condition.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Complete assigned goals and duties.

Skills

Radiology principles

Procedure & positioning

Safety compliance

Education

Associates degree in related field

Completion of Radiology Technology Program

ARRT(R) Certification

Job description

Operates radiology equipment and performs routine diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians according to established standards and practices in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety method as requested by a licensed physician.
• Exercise judgement in selecting and computing settings for each patient.
• Develop an appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental performance improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards. Collects quality data for monitoring performance improvement.
• Completes assigned goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience

• Experience as obtained through the completion of a Radiology Technology Program.

Education

• Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT. Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with current Registry in Radiography ARRT(R) or new graduate who is waiting to take the registry.
• Associates degree in related field

Special Skills

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory. Utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Demonstrates ability to receive and follow written and oral instructions; ability to plan and organize work.

Licensure

• ARRT(R); BLS Certification within 14 days of hire. New graduate who will obtain required registry within 120 days of hire. State license as required.