Radiology Technician

Lifepoint Health • Pulaski, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Southern TN Regional Health System – Pulaski is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Radiology Technician joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Requirements

• Graduate of a program in related discipline - Associate’s degree is preferred
• License: (TN) State Radiation Operators License or Temporary (TN) State Radiation Operators license
• Certification: ARRT within 6 monhts of hire; BCLS within 90 days of hire
• BLS Certification
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs various imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patients regarding procedures, equipment and exams to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures as necessary.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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