Radiologic Technologist - Up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus

UAB St. Vincent's•Birmingham, AL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our radiology team positions you to work with some of health care’s most innovative minds, to help shape and move the practice of medical imaging forward. With opportunities ranging across a variety of modalities – including CT, MRI, X-Ray, ultrasound, bone density (DEXA), nuclear medicine, and mammography – in both inpatient and outpatient environments and amongst various shift options, radiologic technologists find UAB St. Vincent’s a rewarding, exciting, and flexible place to work. You’ll have support from leadership and work with the latest equipment and procedures, including the O-arm surgical imaging system and 3D mammography. At UAB St. Vincent’s we have a long history of serving our community through award-winning care at our highly ranked hospitals. Join our team where you can help build on 125 years of compassionate care for all. By submitting your application, you’ll be considered for imaging positions across UAB St. Vincent’s facilities. You can indicate your preferred modality and facility on your application. During the screening process, we’ll help match you with the area that fits you best.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Graduate of an accredited educational program in Radiologic Technology required.
Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Radiologic Technologist specializing in Sonography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Nice To Haves

Bone Density Certification may be required within 6-months of hire or transfer date (if applicable).

Responsibilities

Perform radiological procedures under the direction of a radiologist.
Provide quality images to physicians to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems.
Prepare and position patients for imaging and select exposure factors accurately.
Prepare and administer contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
Observe patient during procedure and report abnormal activity.
Monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinements as warranted.
Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
Prevent patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
Ensure equipment is properly functioning.
Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
Position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
May perform bone density scans using DEXA equipment, if applicable.