Radiologic Technologist

Henry Community Health•New Castle, IN

12d

About The Position

Works under general supervision to prepare patients for radiologic exams and apply ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. The role includes positioning patients, operating and adjusting radiology equipment, protecting unaffected areas with lead shields, documenting services rendered, and communicating major equipment problems to the Imaging Director. The position requires maintaining applicable licensure and registration and earning 12 Class A-credit CEU points annually, with documentation submitted to supervisory staff.

Requirements

Complete understanding of anatomy, physiology, physics, radiation protection, principles of radiographic exposure, and radiographic positioning.
Certification as a Diagnostic Xray Machine Operator by the State of Indiana.
Graduation from an approved Radiologic Technologist program and ARRT board certification.
BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of Radiologic Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for radiologic exams and apply ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.
Position patients under radiology machines and adjust immobilization devices.
Affix lead shields to protect unaffected areas and adjust controls regulating the length and intensity of exposure.
Prepare reports and maintain records of services rendered according to specific procedures.
Make minor equipment adjustments and relay major equipment problems to the Imaging Director.
Maintain licensure and registration, accrue 12 Class A-credit CEU points annually, and submit documentation to supervisory staff.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling
Competitive compensation
Bonuses
Discounts for the employee and family
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Continuing education scholarships
Generous paid days off (PDO), with the option to roll over unused hours each year
Employer-funded pension