Radiology Technologist (Weekend)
About The Position
Radiology Technologists at Wellstar are clinical professionals and essential members of a collaborative care team. The role involves performing radiographic examinations while supporting patient safety, comfort, privacy, and quality of care. Technologists operate imaging equipment, obtain and verify patient information, prepare and position patients, review images, document studies, and contribute to department workflow and compliance. The schedule is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The position is eligible for a sign-on bonus. Eligible candidates may receive relocation assistance, and employees have access to Wellstar’s CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
- ARRT-R (Radiography) certification.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association.
Nice To Haves
- Radiology experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Operate imaging and radiographic equipment safely and competently, adjusting technique to maintain diagnostic quality at the lowest reasonable dose (ALARA).
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain rooms and equipment according to infection-control schedules; identify and promptly report equipment issues.
- Obtain clinical history, screen for contraindications, verify orders, and confirm two unique patient identifiers before exams.
- Explain procedures, preparation, and post-care clearly using AIDET; answer questions and help reduce patient anxiety.
- Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and safety, and provide age-appropriate care throughout the visit.
- Perform exams and administer contrast according to protocol, using venipuncture and sterile technique when applicable.
- Position patients correctly and apply markers, shielding, and immobilization as indicated.
- Review images for diagnostic acceptability, repeat or correct them as needed, and release patients appropriately.
- Complete accurate, timely documentation and finalize studies correctly in RIS/PACS, including transfers, retrievals, CDs, and prior exam retrieval as needed.
- Monitor patient condition, respond to emergencies, and help maintain and restock crash carts and life-support equipment as required.
- Organize daily workflow to meet expected timeframes and collaborate with technologists and modalities to support department flow.
- Support operations and compliance, keep areas orderly and stocked, transport patients safely, complete charging and clerical tasks, follow regulatory requirements, and escalate issues to the supervisor.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus eligibility.
- Relocation assistance package for eligible candidates.
- Access to the CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
