Urgent Care Radiology Technician

Lifepoint Health®; Canton (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple levels of medical coverage

401(k) retirement package with company match

Free gym memberships and wellness programs

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a Full-time Radiology Technician at Haywood Regional Medical Center in Canton, NC. This role includes reviewing patient history, preparing and administering contrast media, and performing imaging procedures. Candidates should hold a current Radiologic Technologist license, with BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

The position offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, financial protection, career growth opportunities, and employee well-being programs.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in other x-ray departments, clinics, or medical offices highly desired.
• Member of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and educate regarding procedures.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and monitor patient condition.
• Position patient and perform imaging procedures; analyze and report results.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Experience in x-ray departments, clinics, or medical offices

Education

Current state Radiologic Technologist license

Degree from an approved course in Radiologic Technology

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Job Summary

$10,000 Sign‑on with a 2‑year commitment

Schedule: Full-time, Varied

Radiology Technician (Rad Tech) role at Haywood Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, serving urgent care with a team of providers, RN, Rad Tech, and Lab Assistant, operating 7 days a week from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and physician orders, educate patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice; monitor patient condition continually and report/respond to changes as appropriate.
• Prepare equipment and supplies; select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters; implement safety standards and perform quality control procedures on equipment; troubleshoot, resolve, and report equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Position patient and perform imaging procedures; analyze results and identify issues with image quality; take appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure; enter, transmit and report scan results.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage, with medical plans starting at $10 per pay period.
• Financial protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & career growth: higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee well‑being: mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Health & fitness center access at www.myhaywoodregional.com/locations/haywood-regional-health-fitness-center.

Qualifications

• Current state Radiologic Technologist license and degree from an approved course in Radiologic Technology.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Hospital training during two years of Radiologic Technologist program.
• Experience in other x‑ray departments, clinics, or medical offices highly desired.
• Member of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or registry eligible and maintain registry once received.
• Desirable to belong to national, state and/or local societies.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

About Haywood Regional Medical Center

Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is a 154‑bed acute hospital located in Clyde, North Carolina, with 11 multi‑specialty clinics and two urgent care centers.

EEOC Statement

Haywood Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Haywood Regional Medical is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.