Outpatient Imaging Technologist

HCA Healthcare•Reston, VA

About The Position

The Outpatient Imaging Technologist performs portable and fixed-unit radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, as well as CT procedures, to support diagnostic needs at the Free Standing Emergency Department. The role follows approved department practices and applicable regulatory requirements, practices radiation safety and universal precautions, and pursues professional development to continually improve patient care. The technologist manages patient flow efficiently, completes examinations within allocated timeframes, and provides relief coverage for other staff positions within their competency. They use protective and immobilization devices as needed for patient safety and comfort, explain procedures to patients, and answer questions to clarify what the procedure involves.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology.
BLS certification.
3–5 years of experience performing radiographic/fluoroscopic and CT procedures as a registered ARRT technologist.
Registered with ARRT in Radiography and CT.

Responsibilities

Perform portable and fixed-unit radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and CT procedures.
Perform radiologic, fluoroscopic, and CT procedures according to department policies, approved practices, and applicable federal, state, local, and other regulatory requirements.
Practice radiation safety and observe universal precautions.
Manage patient flow within the section efficiently and in a timely manner.
Complete examinations within allocated timeframes.
Cover other staff positions during relief situations as needed and within competency parameters.
Use protective shielding and immobilization devices as needed for patient safety and comfort.
Explain the nature of procedures to patients and answer questions to clarify them.
Pursue professional development to support continual improvement of patient care.
Perform related work as required.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off and paid family leave.
Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.