Radiologic Technologist - Twin Lakes Radiology

Owensboro Health • Leitchfield, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist provides imaging services to patients at Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center. The role positions patients, selects exposure factors, applies radiation protection and safety standards, and assists physicians with imaging procedures. The technologist may prepare and administer contrast media or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable regulations, and is responsible for preparing and providing equipment and supplies before, during, and after procedures.

The position requires critical thinking and decisive judgment, the ability to work under minimal supervision, and the ability to respond appropriately in a stressful environment. It is a full-time role at 1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period), with scheduled hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Weekend work is required as needed.

Requirements

• No work experience is required.
• An associate's degree or higher in science is required upon hire, or a diploma, associate's degree, or higher in a related field is required upon hire. A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Radiation Therapy (RT(T)) upon hire.
• Kentucky Radiation Operator Certification (ROC) upon hire.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Able to work under minimal supervision and take appropriate action in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Position patients and accurately select exposure factors.
• Use radiation protection and safety standards, applying the ALARA principle to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Assist physicians with a variety of imaging procedures.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications when required, within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Set up and provide equipment and supplies before, during, and after procedures.
• Support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; follow organizational policies and procedures and act consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree