Radiology Technologist

**Summary** **Job Description:** **Imaging - Radiological Technologist** **FULL TIME - 2nd SHIFT** 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.