Radiologic Technologist
Position Type: Full time 7a-7p, 7on/7off
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 (Rad Tech) performs advanced diagnostic imaging procedures to assist in patient diagnosis and treatment. This role involves operating and maintaining imaging equipment, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and collaborating with the healthcare team to produce high-quality diagnostic images. The Radiology Technologist adheres to all regulatory standards and protocols, provides education to patients and families, and serves as a resource for the team
Qualifications
- 2-4 years of clinical experience as a Radiologic Technologist required
- 3-5 years of clinical experience in an Invasive Lab setting preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification required
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of hire required
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
Essential Functions
- Operates, monitors, and maintains radiographic/x-ray equipment during procedures, ensuring accurate and high-quality imaging.
- Educates patients and families about pre-procedure, during-procedure, and post-procedure events and instructions, addressing questions to ensure understanding and comfort.
- Assists management in providing in-service training on the use of radiology equipment and monitoring radiation safety practices within the lab.
- Performs all assigned functions related to invasive imaging procedures as needed, ensuring compliance with safety and procedural standards.
- Monitors patients' vital signs and pulses during procedures, relaying accurate information to the appropriate medical staff.
- Maintains accurate patient records, including pre-procedure, during-procedure, and post-procedure documentation, as well as ensuring proper documentation of charges.
- Ensures all required paperwork is signed, dated, and timed by physicians in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.
- Checks all radiology equipment before use, ensuring proper functioning and safety.
- Serves as a resource for the team by providing guidance, resolving conflicts, and accepting delegated authority as assigned.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
About Gadsden Regional Medical Center
Gadsden Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 346-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care. We are Joint Commission certified in hip and knee replacements and have top-rated programs in cardiology and emergency care.
We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in Gadsden, Albertville, Attalla, Boaz, Fort Payne, Glencoe, Hokes Bluff, Jacksonville, Leesburg, Piedmont, Rainbow City, Southside, Steele, Wellington and surrounding communities.
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Skills Required
- 2-4 years of clinical experience as a Radiologic Technologist
- 3-5 years of clinical experience in an invasive laboratory setting
- ARRT certification
- State licensure as a Radiologic Technologist, where applicable
- BCLS certification obtained within 30 days of hire
- ACLS certification
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.
