Radiologic Technologist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• No experience required.
• Associate's degree or higher in Science required upon hire OR Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in related field required upon hire.
• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• RT(T) - Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Radiation Therapy required upon hire.
• ROC - Radiation Operator Certification in the state of Kentucky required upon hire.
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.

Responsibilities

• Positions patients and selects exposure factors accurately.
• Utilizes radiation protection and safety standards.
• Applies as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA) principle to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Assists the physician in a variety of imaging procedures.
• May be required to prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications within accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Responsible for setting up and providing equipment and supplies before, during, and after procedures.
• Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests.
• Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.