Radiologic Technologist - CMC

Lexington Medical Center • Lexington, SC

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About The Position

A radiologic technologist works directly under the Radiology Supervisor and indirectly under the supervision of a radiologist. The role operates X-ray and fluoroscopy equipment to obtain radiologic images that physicians use to diagnose patients and develop treatment plans.

The technologist provides developmentally appropriate care and treatment to patients ranging from infants through geriatric adults. The role applies radiation-protection principles, anatomy and positioning knowledge, and radiographic techniques to produce quality images while minimizing patient exposure. It also includes patient care, image evaluation, emergency response, and maintaining equipment and work areas.

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Current South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association license.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally appropriate care and treatment for infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Apply radiation-protection principles for patients, self, and others.
• Apply knowledge of anatomy, positioning, and radiographic techniques to accurately demonstrate anatomical structures on radiographs.
• Determine exposure factors to achieve optimum radiographic technique with minimum radiation exposure to the patient.
• Examine CR or DR images to evaluate techniques, positioning, and other pertinent technical qualities.
• Exercise discretion and judgment when performing medical imaging procedures.
• Provide patient care essential to radiologic procedures.
• Recognize emergency patient conditions and initiate lifesaving first aid.
• Apply knowledge of PACS to provide quality images for interpretation.
• Keep the assigned radiographic room clean and ensure equipment and supplies, including lead aprons, gloves, linens, emergency supplies, and other materials, are usable and properly stocked.
• Perform other duties as assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency, such as a fire or disaster.
• Demonstrate good public relations and service excellence.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines.
• Ensure adherence to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, applicable federal, state, and local requirements, and DNV standards.

Benefits

• Day-one medical, dental, and life insurance benefits.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• Eligibility to enroll in the 403(b) match plan on day one; Lexington Health matches dollar for dollar up to 6%.
• Employer-paid life insurance equal to one times salary.
• Optional supplemental life insurance with low-cost premiums, up to three times salary.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage for full-time employees after 90 days of eligible employment.
• Adoption assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed