What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Tech position at Cabell Huntington Hospital/St. Mary?
Radiology Tech - Sign-on Bonus eligible! Full-time
Cabell Huntington Hospital, a member of Marshall Health Network, is a 303-bed teaching hospital for Marshall University Schools of Medicine, Pharmacy and Nursing. We are home to the Hoops Family Children’s Hospital and the Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center and serve patients throughout West Virginia, eastern Kentucky and southern Ohio.
The Radiology Tech performs radiographic procedures by applying prescribed ionizing radiation to the patient in order to assist the Radiologist with diagnostic imaging. Applicant must hold their current ARRT and WV Medical Imaging License licensures and must have graduated from an accredited Junior College or Technical program.
WHY JOIN US
- Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 for Full-time Radiology Tech or $2,500 for Part-time Radiology Tech.
- Competitive, market-based pay, commensurate with experience
- Entry pay $24.61; shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend.
- Generous Medical / Prescription plan ($100 deductible), as well as dental, vision, and life insurance offerings.
- Wellness medical plan discount (up to $1,000 annually)
- Vacation and sick time
- 10 paid holidays
- Employer funded retirement
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs venipuncture as required for exam. Measures and administers IV contrast for procedures.
- Must be able to follow physician instructions, prepare radiography equipment, position patients, and obtain optimal images for diagnosis.
- Patient communication and preparation including removal of garments or jewelry that may interfere with procedure and explaining how the process works.
- Positioning patients properly to obtain x-rays.
- Setting the equipment to obtain the best density, detail, and contrast of the area being imaged.
- Taking preventative steps to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation.
- Reviews available lab results BUN/Creatinine and/or GFR to determine renal function.
Qualifications:
- ARRT required
- WV Medical Imaging License required
- Graduation from an applicable Junior College or Technical program required
- CPR certification required
- No experience required; One year of experience preferred