Radiology Technologist - $29-43 per hour

Company: Inova Health System
Location: Arlington
Posted on: October 13, 2024

Job Description:

Job DescriptionInova Health System is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Arlington, Virginia.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Shift: evenings
• Employment Type: StaffInova Benefits and Perks:
  • Health, Vision, & Dental Coverage
  • Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability
  • NEW! 4 weeks PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
  • Retirement: Inova matches dollar for dollar the first 5% of eligible pay that you contribute to the plan
  • Competitive Pay: Based on experience
  • Paid Time Off: Begin accruing PTO hours on your first day of work
  • Supplemental Plans: Auto/Home Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
  • Additional Benefits: Educational Assistance of up to $5,250/year, Student Loan Refinancing, Adoption Assistance, Child Care Centers, Scholarship Program, Free Parking, Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, movie tickets, local offerings, and much more!Radiologic TechnologistInova Health System's Fairfax Medical Campus is looking for a Radiologic Technologist to join our X-Ray team. This role is full-time, Mon and Wed, Thu, Fri 10-2030, with call and holiday rotation. Sign-on Bonus & Relocation available for those eligible.Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of the organization and Hospital, recognized for excellence and innovation, and where we create an environment of respect and growth, where contributions are recognized and rewarded.Responsibilities:
    • Administers sound patient care practices according to hospital/department policies and procedures to ensure the safety of patients.
    • Communicates effectively with patients to obtain clinical history and informed consent from patients' and/or patients' charts to assist physicians in optimizing the performance and interpretation of examinations.
    • Explains procedures to patients/families and answers any questions to ease anxiety and assure patient cooperation.
    • Assists physicians in performing a variety of examinations by using standard department protocols, isolation precautions and/or sterile technique.
    • Demonstrates the ability to recognize clinical and/or emergent problems that may interfere with exams and takes appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcomes.
    • Demonstrates radiation protection/safety for patients, staff and self as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
    • Maintains exposure readings within the "As Low As Reasonably Achievable" limits.
    • Demonstrates patient safety in department through the use of side rails, braking mechanisms and patient monitoring.
    • Reports, documents and corrects any adverse, unsafe or unusual condition.
    • Demonstrates the effective use of radiation protection procedures with collimation devices and protective shielding.
    • Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition.
    • Ask your Recruiter for the full job description!Requirements:
      • Work schedule: full-time, Mon and Wed, Thu, Fri 10-2030, with call and holiday rotation
      • Location: Inova Fairfax Medical Campus
      • Education: Graduate of an accredited radiology school or program. Associates Degree preferred but not required.
      • Experience: 2 years combined classroom and clinical training in radiology. Recent experience in a hospital/healthcare environment as a Radiologic Technologist/student
      • Certification: BLS by the AHA; ARRT within 12 mo of hireLearn more about Inova Health System!
        • Full Benefits Package
        • Inova Awards and Recognition
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        • Inova Facebook Careers Page#LI-VK1 IND2Inova Job ID #648028. Posted job title: radiologic technologist (rad tech)

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