Technologist-Radiology Student

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Union City (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Union City, TN seeks a Radiology Technologist to perform imaging procedures according to radiology practice standards to aid in diagnosis and treatment. Performs other duties as assigned.

The role requires enrollment in an approved radiology program and BLS certification within 30 days, plus basic computer literacy. On-site position in a hospital setting with opportunities to contribute to patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of radiology procedures and positioning techniques.
• Ability to develop and implement imaging plans.
• Comfort with hospital protocols and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of radiologic principles/theory and selects appropriate technique and positioning for optimal results.
• Develops imaging procedure plans and applies them per protocol.
• Implements plans following hospital guidelines and procedures.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of equipment, rooms, and work areas.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities to ensure patient care aligns with standards.
• Completes assigned goals in a timely manner.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Patient positioning

Basic computer literacy

Education

Enrolled in an approved Radiology Program

BLS certification within 30 days

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops 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.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Education

Minimum Required

• Enrolled in an approved/accredited Radiology Program. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Preferred/Desired

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Preferred/Desired

Licensure

Minimum Required

• BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE