Registry Eligible Radiology Technologist
About The Position
The Registry Eligible Radiology Technologist reviews physician orders and exam reasons, positions patients, and obtains diagnostic images. Working closely with radiology leadership and radiologists, the technologist produces high-quality diagnostic images in accordance with department protocols. The role operates diagnostic imaging equipment to obtain routine radiographs for physician interpretation and assists radiologists with contrast media for specific diagnostic procedures. It involves a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, integrity, and initiative. The role may be held for no more than 12 months from hire.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
- Registration as a Radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 12 months of hire.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Responsibilities
- Review procedure requests and schedule patients, arranging transport to the procedure area.
- Use the procedure reason, department protocols, physician recommendations, and personal judgment to determine the regions to examine and diagnostic images to obtain.
- Consult with radiologists about whether additional diagnostic images are needed for comprehensive examinations.
- Prepare patients for procedures by explaining the process, transferring and positioning them, arranging immobilization or support devices, and providing instructions and reassurance.
- Assist radiologists with routine radiographs and adjust, manipulate, and control imaging equipment and accessories.
- Apply knowledge of anatomy and the patient's condition to select appropriate techniques and ensure accurate, high-quality diagnostic images.
- Monitor patients before and during procedures, recognize changes that may require emergency action, and initiate appropriate responses.
- Identify and process diagnostic images and monitor image quality.
- Document procedure verification and procedural information in a computerized system, and determine whether re-imaging is needed and perform it when necessary.
- Collect completed diagnostic PACS images and forward them to the appropriate locations for interpretation and reporting.
- Calculate, prepare, document, and assist radiologists in administering and checking contrast media.
- Use sterile, isolation, and aseptic techniques to prevent contamination and document infection-control procedures and activities.
- Follow radiation-safety regulations and apply knowledge of potential radiation hazards.
- Maintain orderly and clean clinical patient areas, monitor and order supplies, and clean imaging equipment and accessories.
- Perform daily quality control monitoring and report equipment operational or functional problems to appropriate personnel.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- DailyPay.
- Benefits effective on day one with no waiting periods.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Life insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions.
- Colleague Referral Program offering cash and prizes.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
