ARRT Radiology / Limited License X-Ray Technologist

About the Role

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care is looking for experienced ARRT Radiology or Limited License X-Ray Techs to join our team in Tullahoma, TN. This position performs x-ray testing including body mechanics and patient movement using knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Operates diagnostic equipment, develops film, prepares the room with necessary equipment and supplies, and performs Medical Assistant duties.

Responsibilities

• Promptly greets patients when entering waiting area, exam room, laboratory, or x-ray room.
• Consistently communicates with patients on wait times and provides direction to the next step in the treatment process.
• Provides solutions to patient problems and recognizes and seeks help in emergent/hazardous situations.
• Executes follow-up calls with a sense of urgency.
• Assists front desk personnel with patient check-in/out procedures when necessary.
• Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs, weight, brief history, past medical, family, and social history, current medications, allergies, and other pertinent information as appropriate.
• Assists with patient transfers and procedures directly supervised by the provider.
• Follows documentation procedures and completes required documentation related to patient visits.
• Performs timely radiology procedures for subsequent evaluation and treatment by attending physician.
• Performs necessary quality control procedures to ensure quality exams are performed.
• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures and follows established clinical and regulatory procedures regarding patient safety and care, including proper radiation protection and shielding techniques.
• Ensures equipment is in proper working order and reports any malfunctions to the Manager or provider on duty.
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining and improving diagnostic imaging knowledge and skills with the support of outside educational resources.
• Responsible for maintaining current licensure and certification for the facility radiology equipment and licensure.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS Certification.
• AR State X-Ray License.
• ARRT Certification preferred.
• Experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.

Schedule

Full-time team members work a rotating 36-40 hour/week schedule, consisting of 12-hour weekday shifts and every-other weekend. PRN (per diem) team members are scheduled on an as-needed basis.

Benefits

Full-time Benefits Include

• Competitive Salary.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Options.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Paid Time Off and more.

PRN Benefits Include

• Competitive Salary.
• 401K plan with company contribution.
• No-Cost Office Visits and generous discounts on some billable services.

About Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care, with 18 locations in Tennessee, is an affiliate of Urgent Team, one of the largest independent operators of urgent and family care centers in the Southeast. The Urgent Team Family of Centers provides quality and affordable family healthcare at more than 80 locations under eight brands. Centers are open seven days a week: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. All centers are Accredited Care Centers, a designation from the Urgent Care Association recognizing the company’s commitment to safety, quality, and scope of services.