Lifepoint Health·Lebanon, Kentucky
Performs radiography and CT imaging procedures to produce quality diagnostic images for radiologist interpretation. Responsible for patient assessment, monitoring, and ensuring adherence to departmental protocols and safety standards.
Imaging Technician, PRN
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Spring View Hospital is a 75-bed facility offering a full range of services with state-of-the art technology including pain management, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, behavioral health services, wound care and laboratory. Spring View Hospital's staff and physicians pride ourselves on providing advanced quality care and service.
Kentucky's Bluegrass Region is famous for its natural beauty, and Marion County is no exception. Green River is a haven for the water sport and fishing enthusiast and is perfect for fishing, skiing and boating. The Downtown Lebanon Historic District, listed on the National Historic Register, features antique shops and an arts and crafts cooperative featuring the works of local and other Kentucky artisans.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Performs imaging procedures (to include Radiography and CT) and produces quality images for interpretation by a radiologist. Procedures are performed according to departmental protocols, policies and procedures and according to established standards of practice. Assesses and monitors patients and provides appropriate patient care. Imaging Techs are required to become competent in CT.
Certifications: American Heart Association BLS
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Verbalizes and/or demonstrates knowledge of clinical information and practices essential to assuring provision of age-specific care to all age groups.
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Verifies patient identification, confirms physician orders, obtains patient history / forms, assesses patient condition, explains procedures, provides patient education, and addresses patient concerns prior to performing exams.
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Assures proper completion of all exams requested including documentation, charging, and proper labeling of images.
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Performs a variety of radiological exams that require independent judgment and utilization of proper positioning, protocols, and techniques to obtain a quality diagnostic image to meet radiologist specifications.
Identifies normal anatomy and/or unusual findings.
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Demonstrates proficiency in the operation and proper handling of all diagnostic equipment.
Maintains all equipment and accessories in efficient operating order; performs preventative maintenance as required, contacts service for repairs when necessary.
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Maintains knowledge of contrast media and medications utilized within the department including contraindications and possible side effects.
Demonstrates the ability to prepare and administer contrast according to departmental protocols.
Recognizes significant adverse reactions and acts appropriately.
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Prepares and assists radiologists/physicians with procedures as required.
Ensures that Standard Precautions and sterile techniques are utilized.
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Maintains communication and cooperation with radiologist and other ancillary departments regarding changes in protocol, scheduling of procedures, exams performed and patient flow.
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Demonstrates the ability to operate all computer systems utilized within the department.
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Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas, ensures rooms are stocked, and prepares rooms prior to patient entrance.
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Performs clerical duties, provides clinical supervision for students and assists in patient transport as needed.
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Practices radiation safety for patient and self.
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Participates in departmental performance improvement activities.
May be assigned specific quality assurance / quality control duties.
Spring View Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Requires ARRT Certification in Radiography, a Kentucky Radiation Operators license, and AHA BLS certification. An Associate's degree is preferred, and candidates must be able to become competent in CT.
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Rotates within the department and performs exams in multiple modalities, works various shifts and participates in call rotation as required for the proper functioning of the department.
Market context
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