Radiology Technician, PRN

Lifepoint Health•Wytheville, VA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Wythe County Community Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a PRN Radiology Technician. This role is vital in performing various imaging procedures, educating patients, administering contrast media, monitoring patient conditions, and ensuring the quality and safety of imaging equipment and procedures. The hospital is committed to making communities healthier and offers a supportive environment for its employees.

Requirements

Graduate of program in discipline
Current VA license
BLS within 90 days of hire
ARRT within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

Previous experience preferred

Responsibilities

Performs various imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
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 patient and repeating procedure.
Enters, transmits and reports scan results.