Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Foley, Alabama
The Radiology Technologist I performs high-quality radiographic procedures while ensuring patient safety and adherence to regulatory standards. They are responsible for maintaining imaging equipment, documenting procedures in PACS, and collaborating with the healthcare team to provide optimal patient care.
Shift: Full-time Nights (7 days on/7 days off; Wednesday-Tuesday)
The Radiology Technologist I is responsible for obtaining radiographic images of diagnostic quality while while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role collaborates with healthcare providers to support efficient operations and optimal patient care.
Essential Functions
Performs high-quality radiographic procedures independently, ensuring reproducible and diagnostic-quality images while adhering to positioning guidelines and departmental standards.
Practices radiation safety principles in accordance with ALARA guidelines and participates in the Image Gently and Image Wisely programs to minimize exposure.
Prepares patients for procedures, verifies orders, confirms patient identity using two identifiers, and explains procedures to ensure patient understanding and comfort.
Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics.
Cleans and maintains imaging equipment and modalities in compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a safe and organized environment for patients and staff.
Ensures the availability and proper organization of supplies and equipment needed for patient care.
Inserts IV catheters for contrast injections when performing CT or MRI procedures, following departmental policies.
Scans and verifies all associated documents into PACS for radiologist interpretation, ensuring proper documentation.
Communicates effectively with peers, staff, physicians, leaders, and administration to support seamless patient care delivery.
Identifies and mitigates artifacts in images, ensuring optimal image quality.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
• 0-1 years of clinical experience as a radiologic technologist required
Candidates must have 0-1 years of clinical experience and hold ARRT certification along with state licensure. Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification is required within 30 days of hire.
Market context
In Alabama, Rad Tech I roles are typically driven by ongoing imaging needs in hospitals, outpatient centers, and specialty clinics, so candidates with current ARRT registration or registry eligibility and CPR certification are often competitive. These positions can be selective because employers look for strong radiation safety practices, patient care skills across all ages, and completion of an accredited 2-year Radiologic Technology program. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare openings, then confirm your clinical experience and certification status before applying.
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