Health First Careers·Melbourne, Florida
Perform a variety of diagnostic imaging procedures, including general radiographic, trauma, and mammography exams, to support accurate medical diagnoses. Ensure patient safety and comfort while collaborating with healthcare teams to produce high-quality images.
Job Requirements Join a collaborative healthcare team where your expertise directly impacts patient care. As a Radiology Technologist, you'll perform a variety of diagnostic imaging procedures using advanced technology while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and exceptional service. You'll play a critical role in delivering high-quality images that support accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment where adaptability, clinical excellence, and teamwork are valued every day.
You may be eligible for a hire on bonus of $10,000 and relocation assistance Location: Holmes Regional Medical Center Shift times: Monday - Friday 11:30AM-8:00PM
The Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures to assist licensed practitioners in treating customer/patient medical conditions. The Radiology Technologist operates imaging equipment, ensuring customer/patient safety and comfort, following Health First policies and procedures, regulatory protocols, while collaborating with healthcare teams to produce high-quality, radiographic images for accurate medical evaluation. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Maintains a safe environment with the operation of diagnostic imaging equipment for patients/customers, coworkers, and self by adheres to diagnostic imaging policies, procedures, and guidelines. Performs a variety of procedures which may include general radiographic, portables, emergency room, trauma, operating room, mammography and fluoroscopic exams including invasive procedures. Properly screens patients for diagnostic imaging exam and effectively documents and communicates pertinent and required information pre and post procedure performance. Positions patients for diagnostic imaging exam using immobilization and protective equipment to comply with department safety procedures and protocols. Produces images consistent with image quality standards and evaluate diagnostic imaging exams for technical quality. Properly identifies, prepares and administers medications that are within the Radiology Technologist’s scope of practice as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. Monitors patients during exams, observing for any adverse reactions or complications, and taking appropriate action when necessary. Maintains flexibility, adapts to changes in workflow processes and the needs of the Health First organization based upon fluctuations in patient volume. Communicates effectively with customers (patients, LP, other Health First Associates, the public, etc.) always using excellent customer relation skills. Follows all Federal, State and Regional healthcare regulations and adhere to The Joint Commission/ACR standards.
Education: Graduate of one of the following: Joint review Committee approved Radiologic Technology program or school. Mammography – Maintains Mammography Quality Standards Act (MQSA). Work Experience: None Licensure: General Radiographer licensure in the State of Florida.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist – ARRT (R). American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintained.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Ability to report to applicable Health First facility within thirty (30) minutes when on call. Able to work effectively and efficiently in a stressful work environment and able to respond to life threatening situations. Demonstrate effective time management, critical thinking skills, and coordinates scheduling and patient flow.
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Experience: Prior Diagnostic Imaging experience.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: Proficient in Microsoft Outlook – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physically agile; requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching majority of the shift. Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without assistance. May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead. May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift. May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures, air contamination, dirt, grease, or water. May require working with biohazards such as blood/body fluids and airborne particles following OSHA and CDC guidelines. May operate various types of manual and motorized equipment used in the transportation of materials. May be exposed to intense noise or vibration and awkward or confined work position. Communicating with others to exchange information. Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform tasks. Workspace may vary from open to confined, onsite or remote. May require travel to various facilities within and beyond county perimeter; may require use of personal vehicle.
Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual starting on Day 1 Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with health plan premiums as low as $10 bi-weekly for single coverage Tuition reimbursement after 6 months in a benefits-eligible position 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care) Nationwide fitness membership discounts through Active&Fit Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free, confidential support services Pet insurance and additional employee discounts Access to a discount marketplace for local attractions and fitness centers Competitive compensation and a collaborative work environment Opportunities for community involvement
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.
Must be a graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program with ARRT (R) certification and Florida state licensure. Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) certification is required prior to the start date.
Market context
Florida allied health laboratory roles often see steady demand in hospitals, reference labs, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates with licensure and hands-on experience. This type of role is competitive because employers typically want a relevant bachelor’s degree, a current Florida Medical Technologist License, and at least 2 years of lab experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the specific lab methods and settings in the posting.
