About the position
The Outpatient Rad Tech performs professional duties involved in a variety of technical procedures to prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis of patients of all ages. The role includes assessing patients appropriately for the procedures ordered prior to, during, and after procedures according to Imaging Services/Departmental Guidelines. The Rad Tech operates highly specialized equipment, including radiographic, CR (Computed Radiography), DR (Digital Radiography), and PACS (Picture Archive Communication System). They position patients to obtain quality images and perform IV contrast injections, urinary catheterizations, and/or other skills as required. Duties also include performing tasks associated with RIS (Radiology Information System) and electronic medical records, participating in the training of students and staff as assigned, and may involve cross-training to perform basic laboratory phlebotomy functions and operating laboratory waived testing equipment according to CLIA regulations. Additionally, the Rad Tech may be trained to perform EKGs. Performing accurate diagnostic procedures on patients requires a reassuring approach, technical skills, and state-of-the-art equipment.
Responsibilities
- Perform professional duties involved in a variety of technical procedures to prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis.
- Assess patients appropriately for the procedures ordered prior to, during, and after procedures according to Imaging Services/Departmental Guidelines.
- Operate highly specialized equipment, including radiographic, CR, DR, and PACS.
- Position patients to obtain quality images.
- Perform IV contrast injections, urinary catheterizations, and/or other skills as required.
- Perform duties associated with RIS and electronic medical records.
- Participate in the training of students and staff as assigned.
- May be cross-trained to perform basic laboratory phlebotomy functions and operate laboratory waived testing equipment according to CLIA regulations.
- May also be trained to perform EKGs.
Requirements
- Must be a graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology.
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) registry required.
- Virginia state license required to work in an ambulatory setting.
- AHA BLS-HCP required.
- Effective interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills required.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience preferred but not required.
Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Flexible Work Arrangements/Schedules
- Remote Work Options
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
