Rad Tech
Kindred Healthcare•Andalusia, AL
•Onsite
About The Position
Andalusia Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures that aid in patient diagnosis and treatment. This role involves patient positioning, selecting technical factors, and producing high-quality images according to physician orders, protocols, and regulatory standards. The technologist must ensure image quality, patient safety, and comfort while adhering to radiation safety and quality control. This position requires collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
Requirements
- Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) graduate of an accredited program of medical radiography (required)
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist in the state of practice Upon Hire (required)
- ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire (required)
- BCLS required
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
Nice To Haves
- 1+ years radiologic tech experience (preferred)
Responsibilities
- 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 report equipment malfunctions as necessary
- Positions patient and performs imaging procedures
- Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results
- Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure
- Enters, transmits and reports scan results
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- $10,000 Sign On Bonus
- Opportunity For Relocation Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
