Radiology Technician, PRN

Schedule PRN (as needed), nights & weekends. Your experience matters Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritising your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Radiology Technician, PRN joining our team, you embrace 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 Radiology/Imaging Services unit provides high‑quality diagnostic and interventional imaging services, including a wide range of medical imaging procedures such as X‑rays, CT scans, MRIs, ultrasounds and other imaging techniques to diagnose and treat various medical conditions. Valuing and ensuring patient care, patient comfort, safety and adherence to imaging protocols are paramount while collaborating with healthcare professionals, quality control and the adoption of new technologies, maintaining quality control measures for equipment, processes, strict safety protocols and compliance with regulatory standards are key functions. How you’ll contribute A Radiology Technician, PRN who excels in this role: Positions, transfers and properly immobilises radiology patients as required. Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis. Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards. Follows safety procedures and guidelines and reports unsafe practices or conditions. Applies technical knowledge and skills necessary to maintain procedural quality standards. Maintains effective and efficient use of reagents, chemicals and supplies. Provides accurate training to employees having less experience. Reviews patient orders, ensuring appropriate studies are ordered and performed in accordance with insurance specifications and diagnosis. Responds to inquiries regarding CT scans, procedures and processes. Prepares patient for intravenous contrast by inserting angiocaths. Assists radiologist during fluoroscopy procedures. Prepares room and patients for procedures as needed. Performs all computerized axial tomographic examinations, image manipulation and post‑processing functions and implements software capabilities required by the radiologist/department policy and protocol, including instructing patients and selecting techniques and protocols. Skillfully operates the computed tomography unit, including hardware and software, to assure optimal scanning results; maximises equipment utilisation and shut‑down procedures, and provides proper documentation. Performs filming, reconstruction of proper images and 3‑D imaging studies. Creates CDs where necessary. Assists in development of protocols and updates them per company protocol changes. Uses TeraRecon on all CTA exams. Performs/supports the process for ACR accreditation by performing appropriate testing and submitting test results. Performs routine procedures on the PACS. Conducts daily quality control on the CT scan. Assists with coordinating preventive maintenance and other service on equipment. Reports any problems to service engineer as needed. Follows all safety procedures and guidelines, including radiation safety, and reports unsafe practices and conditions. Consistently and appropriately follows Universal Precautions. Maintains adequate supplies. Ensures store orders are completed weekly, allowing medical supplies to be adequately stocked. Maintains professional skills and provides age‑specific needs to patients of all ages. Participates in ongoing education that includes annual training, including Image Gently and Image Wisely campaigns. Performs duties associated with the EMR/Radiant. Performs as part of the trauma/stroke teams. Attends staff meetings. Maintains appropriate commitment to the department schedule in terms of attendance and hours of work. Performs all calibrations, quality control, instrument function verification and minor troubleshooting according to the section’s procedure manual. Exhibits courteous and professional interaction with patients, physicians, nurses and other hospital personnel using the high‑five guiding principles. Identifies patients using at least two patient identifiers. Maintains confidentiality regarding patient/employee information. Provides appropriate care to patients of all ages. Completes annual Radiation Safety training. Assists in performing first aid and CPR. Performs registration duties and attends training updates. 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 – with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period – tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more. 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 a 401(k) retirement package with company match. Employee Well‑being : Mental, physical and financial wellness programmes (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programmes). Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. What we’re looking for Applicants should be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology accepted by the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists). Additional requirements include: ARRT registration completed within three months of hire date. BCLS certification. More about Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center is a 12‑bed critical access hospital that has served the rural Meyersdale community for 70 years. The hospital provides 24/7 emergency care as an accredited chest‑pain centre and offers high‑quality, comprehensive outpatient imaging, diagnostic and specialty services close to home. It also provides primary care services, preventative care and community education through its Family Health Care Rural Health Clinic. EEOC Statement Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Conemaugh Meyersdale Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr