X-Ray Technologist Float - Lenoir City

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance; Lenoir City (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company matches

Job summary

The Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to join our orthopaedic imaging team. You will perform diagnostic radiographic procedures, prepare patients, and help ensure safety and comfort in a fast-paced clinic network across multiple locations.

We require ARRT certification and a Tennessee X-ray license, with orthopedic radiography experience preferred and C-arm familiarity. TOA offers competitive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification required.
• Experience in orthopedic radiography preferred.
• Licensed to operate X-ray equipment in Tennessee.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures as requested by physicians.
• Maintain a fast-paced, high-quality imaging environment.
• Assist and lift patients; transport as needed.
• Ensure patient safety and radiation protection practices.
• Prepare patients for procedures and position equipment correctly.
• Minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff.

Skills

ARRT certified

Patient care

Radiation safety

Education

High school diploma

Certificate/Associate/Bachelor's in radiologic technology

Tennessee X-ray Operators License

Tools

C-Arm experience

Job description

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is the largest orthopaedic surgery group in Tennessee. TOA concentrates on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders and injuries of the musculoskeletal system which allow our patients to live their best life. Ninety plus years later we are advancing the practice of orthopaedic surgery throughout the state.

There are a number of reasons why TOA is an employer of choice; here are a few of them:

• Stability - TOA has been in Middle Tennessee since 1926 and has expanded to over 20+ locations across the state!
• Impact - TOA's team members use our careers – whether in our clinics or our business office – to make a positive difference in the community by building relationships and helping patients live their best life.
• Work Environment - The TOA team focuses on fostering an excellent working environment; one of positivity, collaboration, job satisfaction, and engagement.
• Total Rewards - TOA offers a comprehensive suite of benefits, including Medical, Dental, Paid Time Off, and more. Our 401(k) plan provides a company match, safe harbor match and profit-sharing match to go along with your contributions.

Responsibilities

• Perform satisfactory radio graphic procedures as requested by physicians
• Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and produce quality radio graphs
• Must be able to lift patients, and transport patients via wheelchair and stretcher
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanation of exams; answering patient questions
• Prepares patient for radio graphic procedure by proper patient dressing/ undressing, proper positioning, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting controls to set exposure factors
• Minimizes radiation to patients and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposures

Requirements

Educational Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Certificate or Associate/Bachelor's degree in radio logic technology required
• State of Tennessee Medical Board X-ray Operators License required

Qualifications And Experience

• ARRT certified
• Prior orthopedic x-ray experience, preferred
• C-Arm experience is a plus

Travel Requirements

• Must be able and willing to float to other TOA locations when needed to.

TOA is an equal opportunity employer. TOA conducts drug screens and background checks on applicants who accept employment offers

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