X-Ray Technician

Socket.dev; Lawrenceburg (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Southern TN Regional Health System – Lawrenceburg is seeking an X-ray Technician for PRN weekend availability. You will perform imaging procedures, review orders, and educate patients about procedures and safety. The role requires ARRT radiography certification and a state license, with BLS from AHA.

New graduates are welcome; 6 months of radiology experience is preferred. A supportive team environment aims to deliver high-quality care in a community hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Education: Radiologic Technology program graduate required.
• Certifications: BLS from the American Heart Association.
• Licenses: ARRT in Radiography required or registry eligible; must register within 6 months; State Medical X-Ray Operator License required.
• Work Experience: New Rad Tech graduates considered; 6 months experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging procedures according to scope and standards of practice.
• Review patient history and physician's orders.
• Educate patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes as appropriate.
• Prepare equipment and supplies; select exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Ensure safety standards and perform quality control on equipment; troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Position patient and perform imaging; analyze results and address image quality issues.

Skills

Patient education

Imaging procedures

Safety compliance

Education

Radiologic Technology program graduate

Job description

Xray Technician

PRN (weekend availability required)

Your experience matters

Southern TN - Lawrenceburg - First Choice Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Xray Technician joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute:

Perform various imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice

Essential Functions:

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedures.

Qualifications and requirements:

Education:Graduate of a Program in Discipline (Radiologic Technology) - Required

Certifications:BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA)

Licenses:American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography - Required or registry eligible. If registry eligible, must attain registration within 6 months of employment. State Medical X-Ray Operator License - Required

Work Experience:New Rad Tech Graduates considered.6 months experience as Rad Tech - Preferred

EEOC Statement

“Southern TN Regional Health System – Lawrenceburgis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Southern TN Regional Health System – Lawrenceburgis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”