Radiology Technician

Job Description

Radiology Technician

Full-time

Sign-on bonus: $10,000 *May be eligible for a Sign-on bonus*

Your experience matters

Sovah Health - Danville is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Radiology Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

People are our passion and purpose. Come to work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do.


How you'll contribute

Our Radiology Technicians assist our doctors with the intake and communication of patients. We expect all of our employees to be polite and courteous at all times, but we also expect our RTs to go above and beyond to do what is in their expertise to make the best patient experience possible. In order to do so, please consider the following responsibilities:

• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate
• Prepares equipment and supplies
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters
• Be dedicated, dependable, and fast-paced.
• Must be a self-thinker and use good decision-making and judgment skills
• Exemplify knowledge of computers and fax machines
• Digital Imaging, upload, burn, and file CDs and films
• Knowledge and operation of C-Arm
• Perform Fluoroscopy Back up
• Perform DEXA exams
• Obtain patient vitals and enter patient intake forms
• Assess and prepare for the day's schedule
• Bring up computer systems in each exam room as necessary
• Discuss and document patient histories (medical social, family histories, allergies, medications, surgical procedures, etc.)
• Be a patient advocate, relaying concerns to the doctor
• Assisting doctors with procedures (ex. Kyphoplasty)
• Obtaining and maintaining continuing education credits
• Maintain the work flow for the doctors keeping study incoming/outgoing pts to keep the doctors on schedule.
• Alert Lead when office/medical supplies are needed
• Clean and stock procedure rooms as necessary
• Replace bed linens when necessary
• Safe handling of all hazardous materials (biohazard waste) according to OSHA requirements
• Sterilization of medical instruments and proper set up of trays
• Assist other clinical staff when needed
• Rotate staying late/ working through lunch due to late patient office visits with co-workers for staff coverage
• Maintain positive attitude
• Obtain patient signatures for surgeries
• Lifting up to 50 pounds, stooping, and bending

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or GED.

Additional requirements include:

• (VA) State Radiation Operators License or Temporary (VA) State Radiation Operators license
• Certification ARRT certification within 6 months of hire
• BCLS within 90 days of hire
• Athena (EHR) knowledge, preferred
• Proficient data entry skills
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

More about Sovah Health - DPP Specialty and IM Clinics Admin

Sovah Physician Practices focuses on a variety of specialties and appointments from well-visit screenings, physicals and immunizations to women's health, surgery, the management of chronic illness and everyday medical needs.

Hourly range: $25.89-$33.45 per hour.

EEOC Statement

"Sovah Health - Danville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sovah Health - Danville is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

About Us

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

About the Team

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.