Radiologic Technologist

Posted 20 Days Ago
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Newport, TN, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Healthtech
The Role
Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures, prepares and supports patients, ensures radiation safety and image quality, maintains imaging equipment, documents studies in PACS, and collaborates with healthcare providers. Responsibilities include contrast IV insertion for CT or MRI procedures, infection control, regulatory compliance, and accurate patient identification. Requires ARRT certification, applicable state licensure, and BCLS certification within 30 days of hire.
Summary Generated by Built In

Radiologic Technologist
Full Time Days, NO call
$10,000 Student Loan Repayment 


Benefits: 

  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
  • Educational Assistance
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  • Paid Time Off Available

Job Summary
The Radiology Technologist I is responsible for obtaining radiographic images of diagnostic quality while while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role collaborates with healthcare providers to support efficient operations and optimal patient care.
Essential Functions

  • Performs high-quality radiographic procedures independently, ensuring reproducible and diagnostic-quality images while adhering to positioning guidelines and departmental standards.
  • Practices radiation safety principles in accordance with ALARA guidelines and participates in the Image Gently and Image Wisely programs to minimize exposure.
  • Prepares patients for procedures, verifies orders, confirms patient identity using two identifiers, and explains procedures to ensure patient understanding and comfort.
  • Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics.
  • Cleans and maintains imaging equipment and modalities in compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a safe and organized environment for patients and staff.
  • Ensures the availability and proper organization of supplies and equipment needed for patient care.
  • Inserts IV catheters for contrast injections when performing CT or MRI procedures, following departmental policies.
  • Scans and verifies all associated documents into PACS for radiologist interpretation, ensuring proper documentation.
  • Communicates effectively with peers, staff, physicians, leaders, and administration to support seamless patient care delivery.
  • Identifies and mitigates artifacts in images, ensuring optimal image quality.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • 0-1 years of clinical experience as a radiologic technologist required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Strong knowledge of radiologic imaging techniques, patient positioning, and radiation safety.
  • Proficiency in operating radiographic equipment and troubleshooting technical issues.
  • Excellent patient-care and communication skills to ensure comfort and understanding of procedures.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize imaging abnormalities and artifacts.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and radiology information systems (RIS).
  • Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
  • Proficiency in operating and maintaining radiology equipment.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Understanding of radiation safety and infection control protocols.
  • Strong organizational skills to ensure accurate imaging and documentation.

Licenses and Certifications

  • ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification required
  • Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
  • BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required

Skills Required

  • 0-1 years of clinical experience as a radiologic technologist
  • ARRT American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification
  • Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state
  • BCLS Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire

Community Health Systems Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Community Health Systems and has not been reviewed or approved by Community Health Systems.

  • Healthcare Strength — Benefits are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, mental health resources, wellbeing programs, and chronic-condition support. Feedback suggests insurance coverage is a frequent bright spot even when base-pay sentiment is more muted.
  • Retirement Support — Offerings include a 401(k) and, in some cases, pension or profit sharing along with other financial-security benefits. Feedback suggests these options contribute to a perception of solid long-term support.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer time are included, alongside programs like tuition reimbursement. Feedback suggests the range of leave provisions is a meaningful part of the package.

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The Company
HQ: Franklin, TN
10,001 Employees
Year Founded: 1985

What We Do

Community Health Systems, Inc. is one of the nation’s leading operators of general acute care hospitals. The organization’s affiliates own, operate or lease more than 80 hospitals in 16 states with approximately 15,000 licensed beds. Affiliated hospitals are dedicated to providing quality healthcare for local residents and contribute to the economic development of their communities. Based on the unique needs of each community served, these hospitals offer a wide range of diagnostic, medical and surgical services in inpatient and outpatient settings.

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