Radiology Technologist Full Time Days

Baptist Health•Jasper, AL

About The Position

At Baptist Health, the mission is to improve the health and quality of life of the individuals and communities served. Baptist Health Walker Hospital offers competitive pay and benefits. The Radiology Technologist provides quality patient care while performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention, while adhering to radiation safety principles.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Maintain current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
Obtain and maintain American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification within twelve months of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation or intervention.
Exercise professional judgment and maintain a demeanor that supports quality care.
Deliver appropriate care, recognize patient conditions, and ensure successful completion of procedures.
Comply with state and federal regulations applicable to each modality and adhere to Baptist Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
Assess patients’ physical conditions and age-specific needs; provide instructions to support patient cooperation and desired results.
Properly identify patients, obtain clinical histories, and accurately document information.
Position patients, equipment, and associated devices, and adjust technical factors to achieve high-quality images.
Assess images for technical quality, annotation, patient identification, and demonstration of relevant anatomy.
Apply radiation safety principles to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
Follow quality control standards and participate in quality control tasks.
Administer contrast medications proficiently and provide medical aid as needed in cases of adverse reactions or other emergencies.
Use standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
Assist with supervising student technologists and training new technologists.
Use corporate radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
Ensure the safety of customers.
Maintain regular, punctual attendance and comply with Baptist Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area and equipment, keep supplies stocked, and transport patients.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
403(b) retirement savings plan with matching.
Health Savings Account (HSA).
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Paid Time Off, up to five weeks to start.
Life insurance.
Extended Leave Plan (ELP).
Family Care for childcare, elder care, and pet care.
Educational benefits, including tuition reimbursement and monthly payments to help pay down graduate school debt.
Benefits start on day one.