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Radiology Tech

Direct Jobs, Rome, GA, United States


Location

501 REDMOND RD NW, ROME, Georgia 30165
Schedule

Full time
Shift

Day (United States of America)
Pay Range

$20.60 - $38.31
Responsibilities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, providers, team members, and others of diverse backgrounds.
Moves, positions, and manipulates radiographic equipment to complete requested procedures safely.
Performs direct patient care duties within the technologist’s scope of practice, including monitoring patient condition, transporting patient, and using proper infection control techniques.
Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use, and that all equipment undergoes routine cleaning and safety checks.
Notifies appropriate personnel when inventory is low.
Cross‑trains into advanced modalities as needed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledgeable in all aspects of Diagnostic Imaging to include Surgery and Trauma.
Previous Radiologic Technologist experience (Preferred).
One year post‑certification experience required to evaluate and/or instruct student radiographers.
Ability to analyze and assess data, techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure that information is obtained and presented accurately.
Up‑to‑date knowledge of patient positioning and equipment operations, including x‑ray producing equipment, if applicable per facility.
Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their families, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry.
Able to fully use all radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Must be able to use computer system for data entry and retrieval.
Patient care skills to care for infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations.
Must be able to independently perform radiographic procedures to departmental standards.
Demonstrates ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively.
Ability to learn and use radiology software packages such as Cerner, Radnet, PACS, etc.
Maintain responsibility for all required registries and licenses to perform Diagnostic Imaging.
Responsible to maintain all required continuing and annual education.
Knowledge of Diagnostic Radiological Procedures/Positions.
Ability to determine appropriate technical factors.
Ability to learn and master new tasks related to image quality and radiation safety.
Ability to communicate effectively and work with people of various diverse backgrounds.
Adult, child, and infant CPR (Required).
Ability to perform radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail.
Knowledge of communication styles and constant deployment of proper engagement behaviors when encountering patients, staff, and physicians.
This position requires knowledge of the use of computerized and radiographic equipment to perform diagnostic procedures in a manner consistent with minimal radiation exposure and maximum image quality.
The ability to communicate and receive instructions, verbally and written, and carry them out as directed.
Must be able to operate radiographic equipment and work with electrical and radiant energy.
Comprehensive knowledge of general radiographic procedures.
Ability to multi‑task efficiently in a fast‑pace, high patient volume environment.
Strong critical thinking skills.
Must have the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care that addresses the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age‑appropriate needs of the patient population served within the department.
Education

Associate (Preferred).
Bachelor's (Preferred).
High School Graduate or Equivalent (Required).
Field of Study

N/A
Work Experience

1+ year experience preferably in radiology or a new graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
Additional Information

Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.
Licenses and Certifications

Registered Technologist – Radiography (RT(R) (ARRT)) (Required).
Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) (Required).
Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements - Please click the link below to view work requirements. Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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