Radiologic Technologist - Float Team (Region Four)

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Various (United States of America)

Job Description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift: Full Time

Job Summary

• The Wellstar Diagnostic Float Team (WEST Team) supports a variety of imaging services across our facilities. Region Four includes

  Columbia County Medical Center and MCG Health Medical Center.

• As a Radiologic Technologist for Region Four, you will apply your expertise to deliver safe, high-quality imaging and a supportive patient experience at each location you serve.

• If you prefer a role that avoids routine, lets you use your full skill set, and provides straightforward pay, this could be a strong fit.

Pay

• In return for stepping in where you’re needed most, Float Pool members earn a higher base rate and may be eligible for a float incentive.

Schedule & Incentives

• Multiple shift options available to self-schedule up to 8 weeks in advance

• Monthly schedule includes 2 Monday shifts, 2 Friday shifts, and 3 weekend shifts (Sat/Sun)

• This position is eligible for full-time benefits

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist in a hospital setting

Certifications

• ARRT-R (Radiography)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association

Core Responsibilities

• Operate imaging/radiographic equipment safely and competently, adjusting technique to maintain diagnostic quality at the lowest reasonable dose (ALARA).

• Clean, disinfect, and maintain rooms/equipment per infection control schedules; identify and report equipment issues promptly.

• Obtain clinical history and screen for contraindications; verify orders and two unique patient identifiers before any exam.

• Explain procedures, prep, and post-care clearly using AIDET; address questions and reduce patient anxiety.

• Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and safety; provide age-appropriate care throughout the visit.

• Perform exams and administer contrast per protocol, using venipuncture and sterile technique when applicable.

• Position patients correctly and apply markers, shielding, and immobilization as indicated.

• Review images for diagnostic acceptability; repeat/correct as needed and release patients appropriately.

• Complete accurate, timely documentation and ensure studies are correctly finalized in RIS/PACS (including transfers/retrieval, CDs, and prior exam retrieval as needed).

• Monitor patient condition, respond to emergencies, and help maintain/restock crash cart and life-support equipment as required.

• Organize daily workflow to meet expected timeframes; collaborate with technologists/modalities to support department flow.

• Support operations and compliance, keep areas orderly and stocked, transport patients safely, complete charging/clerical tasks, follow regulatory requirements, and escalate issues to the supervisor.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia and start a future that gives you more.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.