Radiology Technologist

Summary

Job Description:

Imaging - Radiological Technologist

FULL TIME - DAYS

While Radiology and Ultrasound are both imaging departments within the hospital, they utilize different technologies and serve distinct diagnostic purposes.  The Radiology department encompasses a broad range of imaging techniques that use different forms of radiation or electromagnetic waves to visualize the internal structures of the body. X-Ray, CT scan, MRIx

Job Description:

A radiology technician, also known as a radiologic technologist, plays a crucial role in a hospital setting by assisting in diagnosing and treating patients through the use of medical imaging techniques. Operates x-ray equipment safely and performs all the tasks of patient services using imaging modalities, under direction of Director of Radiology and Radiologist.

• Executes ionizing radiation to patients to take x-ray images in the safest manner possible.
• Prepares room, equipment, and materials as needed for patients daily.
• Participates in CQI activities and provides input for improvement.
• Provides directions to patients regarding radiologic exams. Provides education to patients regarding their ordered exams.
• Cleans and disinfects x-ray room and equipment after each exam.
• Maintains adequate and proper records.
• Prepares barium and other chemical mixtures for x-rays.
• Must pass initial competency test and yearly competency testing thereafter.
• Will assume other duties applicable to the operation of the Radiology Department as needed. Demonstrates flexibility of working hours to assure 24-hour departmental coverage, which may include on-call duty.
• Must maintain current BLS.

Essential Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
• Registration or registry eligible with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Current Radiation Operators Certification with the Kentucky Department of Human Resources
• BLS required.

Benefits: Full-Time 32 weekly hours (0.8 FTE) - 40 weekly hours (1.0 FTE) 

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance 

• Life Insurance 

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance 

• Identity Theft Protection 

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually  

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave  

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire  

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)  

• PTO Sell Back Program  

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) 

• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support  

• Retirement with Company Match 

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.