Radiologic Technologist
Memorial Hospital - Hixson
- Location
- Onsite (Chattanooga, Tennessee)
- Compensation
- $24 - $37/hr
- Level
- Entry Level
About the Role
CommonSpirit Memorial is a not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare organization serving Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia. The Radiologic Technologist role involves performing diagnostic imaging examinations to assist radiologists in patient diagnosis and care.
Skills
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Where You’ll Work
CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Hixson
PRN Hours Vary
As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions.Each day, you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.To excel, you must deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.
- Uses two patient identifiers
- Compares doctor’s order to requisition for accuracy
- Performs the correct exam
- Includes all anatomy required to produce an adequate exam.
- Demonstrates continued competency in using PACS
- Routinely demonstrates the ability to prioritize workload.
Job Requirements
Required
- Graduate of an accredited Radiology program, upon hire
- Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and
- Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, within 12 - months
Preferred
- High School GED General Studies and 1-3 years, upon hire or
- High School Graduate General Studies and 1-3 years, upon hire and