Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech)
About The Position
Inova Fair Oaks Hospital is seeking a dedicated Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging examinations and support patient care. This is a full-time position with a stated Monday–Friday schedule of 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; the description calls it an evening shift. The role is eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. The technologist applies radiologic principles, theory, anatomy, and knowledge of pathology to select appropriate techniques and positioning for quality examinations. They operate imaging equipment across care settings, use radiation-protection practices, follow department protocols, assist physicians with examinations, and communicate with patients and families to support safe, accurate imaging and reduce anxiety. The role also includes supporting radiography students in learning sound principles.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school or program of radiography.
- ARRT registration as a Radiologic Technologist within 12 months of hire.
- Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
- One year of combined classroom and clinical training in radiology.
- Recent experience in a hospital or healthcare environment as a Radiologic Technologist or student.
Responsibilities
- Apply radiologic principles, theory, anatomy, and knowledge of pathology to choose appropriate techniques and positioning for examinations.
- Follow department policies and protocols and ensure examinations are optimized for interpretation.
- Operate radiological equipment in care settings including fluoroscopy, trauma, the Emergency Department, and the Operating Room.
- Use radiation-protection procedures, including collimation devices and protective shielding.
- Operate imaging and related equipment according to manufacturers' specifications.
- Inject IV contrast using proper technique and American College of Radiology guidelines.
- Assist in teaching radiography students sound radiography principles.
- Communicate with patients to obtain clinical history and informed consent from patients or their charts to assist physicians in optimizing examinations.
- Explain procedures to patients and families and answer questions to ease anxiety and support patient cooperation.
- Correctly identify patients and their files, maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
- Track patients according to department procedures.
- Assist physicians with examinations using standard department protocols, isolation precautions, and sterile techniques as appropriate.
- Recognize clinical or emergent problems that may interfere with examinations, take appropriate action, and work toward desirable outcomes.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus eligibility.
- Relocation assistance eligibility.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Team member wellness program.
- Retirement plan with Inova matching the first 5% of eligible contributions, starting on the first day.
- Up to $5,250 per year in education assistance.
- Up to $10,000 in student loan assistance.
- Mental health coaching or therapy sessions at no cost for team members and their spouses or partners and children: 25 sessions per person per year.
- Paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- Flexible work schedules.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
