Radiologic Technologist - Twin Lakes Radiology

Owensboro Health • Leitchfield, KY

1d • 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, follows radiation protection and safety standards, and applies the ALARA principle to minimize exposure. The technologist assists physicians with imaging procedures and may prepare and administer contrast media or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable regulations. The position also involves setting up and providing equipment and supplies before, during, and after procedures. It requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, the ability to work under minimal supervision, and the ability to take appropriate action in a stressful environment.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or higher in Science upon hire, or a diploma, associate's degree, or higher in a related field 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.
• Radiation Operator Certification (ROC) in the state of Kentucky upon hire.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) certification within 90 days of employment in this position.
• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability 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.
• Apply 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 and within the accepted scope of practice and applicable regulations.
• Set up and provide equipment and supplies before, during, and after procedures.
• Support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests.
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures and perform work consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.

What This Job Offers

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