Rad Tech
| Company | Community Health Systems |
|---|---|
| Location | Birmingham, AL, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad |
Requirements
- 0-1 years of clinical experience as a radiologic technologist required
- Proficiency in operating and maintaining radiology equipment
- Knowledge of radiographic techniques, anatomy, and positioning
- 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
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills to ensure accurate imaging and documentation
- ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
- BCLS – Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Preferred Qualifications
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No preferred qualifications provided.