Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Radiologic Technologist 2

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeLongview, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Two to four years of clinical experience as a Radiologic Technologist is required.
Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting advanced imaging equipment is required.
Strong knowledge of radiologic imaging techniques, patient positioning, and radiation safety is required.
Proficiency in operating radiographic equipment and troubleshooting technical issues is required.
Patient-care and communication skills to ensure patient comfort and understanding of procedures are required.
Attention to detail and the ability to recognize imaging abnormalities and artifacts are required.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively is required.
Proficiency in electronic health records and radiology information systems is required.
Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations is required.
Proficiency in operating and maintaining radiology equipment is required.
Interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams are required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities is required.
Understanding of radiation safety and infection control protocols is required.
Organizational skills to ensure accurate imaging and documentation are required.
ARRT certification is required.
A state license as a Radiologic Technologist is required where applicable.
Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and maintain radiographic and X-ray equipment during procedures, ensuring accurate, high-quality imaging.
Educate patients and families about pre-procedure, during-procedure, and post-procedure events and instructions, addressing questions to ensure understanding and comfort.
Assist management in providing in-service training on radiology equipment use and monitor radiation safety practices within the lab.
Perform assigned functions related to invasive imaging procedures as needed, ensuring compliance with safety and procedural standards.
Monitor patients’ vital signs and pulses during procedures and relay accurate information to appropriate medical staff.
Maintain accurate patient records, including pre-procedure, during-procedure, and post-procedure documentation, and ensure proper documentation of charges.
Ensure all required paperwork is signed, dated, and timed by physicians in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.
Check all radiology equipment before use to ensure proper functioning and safety.
Serve as a resource for the team by providing guidance, resolving conflicts, and accepting delegated authority as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Three to five years of clinical experience in an invasive lab setting is preferred.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification is preferred.

Job Summary

The Radiology Technologist II 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 II adheres to all regulatory standards and protocols, provides education to patients and families, and serves as a resource for the team.

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.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

2-4 years of clinical experience as a Radiologic Technologist required
3-5 years of clinical experience in an Invasive Lab setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting advanced imaging equipment.
Strong knowledge of radiologic imaging techniques, patient positioning, and radiation safety.
Proficiency in operating radiographic equipment and troubleshooting technical issues.
Excellent patient-care and communication skills to ensure comfort and understanding of procedures.
Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize imaging abnormalities and artifacts.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and radiology information systems (RIS).
Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
Proficiency in operating and maintaining radiology equipment.
Strong interpersonal 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.
Strong organizational skills to ensure accurate imaging and documentation.

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

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Franklin, TN
Founded: 1985

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