About this opportunity
Capital Health lists this Radiology Tech opportunity in northern, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time). Pay Range: $30.46 - $39.79 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20
Position Overview
Provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards and acts as a resource to radiography students and other technologists to ensure optimal patient care and efficient departmental operations. Demonstrates radiation protection and safety for patients and staff as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of radiological principles and theory, anatomy, positioning, and technique for obtaining optimal imaging studies. Demonstrates patient safety by use of guard rails, breaking mechanisms, shielding, and patient monitoring. Maintains radiation exposure reading within the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) limits. Demonstrates competence in correctly sending images to PACS. Adheres to department policies and protocols to ensure that all studies are optimized for interpretation. Assists physicians in the performance of various studies using standard department protocols and appropriate radiation protection and infection control procedures. Performs excellent patient care. Recognizes clinical and emergent problems that may interfere with exams and take appropriate action to resolve them and produce the most desirable outcome. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations. Enters written and electronic data accurately in comments to provide all pertinent data to radiologists to assist in the interpretation of imaging studies. Identifies correctly patients and files to ensure a high degree of accuracy. If working at Hamilton, readies, installs, removes, and downloads holter monitors. Performs EKGs as needed. Checks all orders for correct patient name, ordering physician, imaging, date, and signature. Places orders and acknowledges completion of work. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology.
New Jersey Radiology Technologist License.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Associate’s degree preferred.
Experience: No previous experience required.
Other Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider
Diagnostic Radiography License
Knowledge and Skills: Capability to perform on-call, holiday, and weekend work when required.
Special Training: Basic computer skills.
Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Effective verbal communication skills.
Usual Work Day: 8 Hours
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Frequent Physical DemandsStanding
Walking
Carry objects
Push/Pull
Twisting
Bending
Reaching forward
Reaching overhead
Pinching/fine motor activities
Occasional Physical DemandsSitting
Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders)
Squat/kneel/crawl
Wrist position deviation
Keyboard use/repetitive motion
Continuous Physical DemandsTalk or Hear
Lifting Floor to Waist 40 lbs.
Lifting Waist Level and Above 40 lbs.
Sensory RequirementsAccurate Near Vision
Accurate Far Vision
Color Discrimination
Accurate Depth Perception
Accurate Hearing
Anticipated Occupational Exposure RisksBloodborne Pathogens
Airborne Communicable Disease
Radiation
Benefits
Medical Plan Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Healthcare
FSA - Dependent Care
FSA Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance - Less than 10 years of service - $5,000
10+ years of service - $10,000
Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
Employee Assistance Program
Commuter Transit
Commuter Parking
Supplemental Life Insurance - Voluntary Life
Spouse - Voluntary Life
Employee - Voluntary Life
Child Voluntary
Legal Services Voluntary
Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Voluntary
Identity Theft Insurance Voluntary
Pet Insurance Voluntary
Paid Time-Off Program
The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.
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