Effingham Health System
Regional health system delivering patient-centered care
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About the job
- Education equivalent to completion of high school and completion of an accredited radiologic technology program.
- Completion of an accredited radiologic technology program.
- Maintain current Basic Life Support cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification and current, unencumbered membership with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
- Satisfy State of Georgia, The Joint Commission, and federal requirements, or the equivalent thereof.
- Use standard radiology equipment, including X-ray, mammography, and/or dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry equipment.
- Perform radiologic testing and treatment in accordance with The Joint Commission, federal, state, and local guidelines and organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
- Communicate with medical staff, other departments, and outside agencies while maintaining confidentiality.
- Ensure adherence to infection-control, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and safety standards.
- Comply with established safety precautions at all times.
- Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of patient care plans, and patient assessments as necessary.
- Interview patients or family members as necessary.
- Complete administrative requirements, including necessary forms, reports, and data input, as directed.
- Ensure the safety and comfort of patients traveling to and from the Radiology Department.
- Coordinate radiology examinations with other departments.
- Perform radiology examinations in patients' rooms, the emergency department, or the operating room as necessary.
- Brief patients or family members on radiology procedures and prepare the necessary equipment.
- Maintain a current file of patients treated on an inpatient or outpatient basis.
- Act as receptionist for patients in the Radiology Department.
- Maintain treatment records, patient files, and progress notes as required.
- Recommend equipment and supply needs to the Radiology Manager.
- Ensure that the Business Office receives charges for radiology examinations rendered to patients.
- Maintain the department in a clean and safe manner for patient comfort and convenience.
- Reassure patients before and during radiology examinations.
- Prepare patients for examinations by dressing and positioning them, and administer radiology examinations in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Safely produce radiographs while adhering to the As Low As Reasonably Achievable principle.
- Assist with distribution of transcribed radiology reports.
- Act as a preceptor for new team members.
- Participate in patient education, including education for family members when appropriate.
- Participate in continuing education.
- Perform other assigned, needed, or required duties.
- Six months to one year of experience in healthcare radiology is preferred.
About the company
Effingham Health System provides regional healthcare services through its hospitals and facilities, offering medical care across specialties with a focus on patient experience. Its products are healthcare services delivered by physicians and staff using advanced facilities and technology, enabling patients to participate in their own care decisions and access high-quality treatment. The system differentiates itself by emphasizing compassionate, personalized care and a smooth patient journey, supported by top physicians and specialists attracted to the region. The goal is to deliver compassionate, high-quality care and service excellence that meets patients’ expectations and elevates local healthcare.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
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Headquarters
Springfield, Georgia
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What believers are saying
- EHS bought a 256-slice CT scanner in July 2026, expanding imaging capacity.
- Bank of Newington donated $200,000 through Georgia HEART in 2025.
- Construction on the South Effingham complex is slated to begin in 2027.
What critics are saying
- EHS depends on Georgia HEART donations; funding volatility threatens operating cash and capital plans.
- The new medical complex waits on Effingham Parkway completion, delaying growth until 2027.
- A Georgia HEART collapse would choke capital, forcing service cuts and facility consolidation.
What makes Effingham Health System unique
- Dr. Fran Witt earned Modern Healthcare’s 2026 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives recognition.
- EHS combines hospital, cancer care, da Vinci robotics, pediatrics, imaging, and skilled nursing.
- The South Effingham medical complex targets outpatient and specialty care on 33 acres.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Wellness Program
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Legal Services
Gym Membership
Student Loan Assistance
Bereavement Leave
Company News
Thursday, June 26th - At an event filled with federal, state, and county political and healthcare representatives, Effingham Health System announced and broke ground for a new Medical Complex to be located in South Effingham County.
Effingham Health System to receive $500,000 in state funds.
Jenkins County Medical Center Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Antoine Poythress is leaving the facility and joining the staff of Effingham Health Systems in Springfield, GA.
The Effingham Development Corporation purchased a 20-acre site, five acres of which will be used for the nursing home.
Dr. Bailey Alford joined Effingham Pediatrics when it opened in 2017.