Radiology Technologist, PRN
About The Position
Wythe County Community Hospital is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. The technologist reviews patient histories and physicians’ orders, explains procedures and equipment to patients, and prepares and administers contrast media or medications when ordered and within scope of practice. The role includes monitoring patient condition, preparing equipment and supplies, selecting exposure factors and imaging parameters, positioning patients, and performing imaging procedures. The technologist applies safety standards and quality-control procedures, troubleshoots or reports equipment malfunctions, assesses image quality, takes action to address image-quality issues, and enters, transmits, and reports scan results. The position is PRN, and the posting lists an hourly range of $22.20–$29.97. Applicants should be graduates of a program in the discipline and hold a current Virginia license. ARRT certification is required within six months of hire, and BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire. Previous experience is preferred.
Requirements
- Graduate of a program in the discipline.
- Current Virginia license.
- ARRT within six months of hire.
- BLS within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
- Review patient history and physician orders.
- Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and exams to promote understanding and cooperation.
- Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications when ordered and within scope of practice.
- Continually monitor patient condition and report or respond to changes as appropriate.
- Prepare equipment and supplies.
- Select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
- Implement safety standards and perform quality-control procedures on equipment.
- Troubleshoot, resolve, and/or report equipment malfunctions.
- Position patients and perform imaging procedures.
- Analyze results and identify image-quality issues.
- Address image-quality issues, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures when appropriate.
- Enter, transmit, and report scan results.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with benefit options tailored for part-time and PRN employees.
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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