The primary role involves performing diagnostic imaging procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation or intervention while strictly adhering to radiation safety principles. This includes assessing patient conditions, providing necessary instructions, and ensuring the technical quality of all acquired images.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and hold valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification, along with current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification. No prior experience is explicitly required for this position.
associate degreeQuality ControlPatient CareTrainingSupervisionPatient PositioningRadiation SafetyPatient IdentificationDiagnostic ImagingComputer Systems UtilizationStandard PrecautionsTechnical Factors ManipulationContrast Medication AdministrationImage AssessmentClinical History Acquisition
Job description
Position Summary
Baptist Health Shelby Baptist Being a Radiology Technologist is more than just a job — it's a calling. It’s about making a real difference in people’s lives, providing comfort and compassionate care to those who need it most, and being part of a dedicated team that saves lives every day. Baptist Health Hospitals offer great NEW Competitive Pay and great fulltime & part-time benefits package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Life Insurance Extended Leave Plan (ELP) Family Care (child care, elder care, pet care) Paid Parental Leave Pet Insurance Car Insurance Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt ALL benefits start day one Join our Growing Team at Baptist Health Shelby Hospital in Alabaster, AL! At Baptist Health Shelby Hospital, we’re proud to be a leading 252 bed acute care facility dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare with a community-focused touch. Located in the heart of Alabaster- one of Alabama’s fastest growing and most desirable places to live- we serve over 30,000 emergency visitors annually and offer a wide range of advanced clinical services, including cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, orthopedics, urology, robotics surgery, and more. Our State-of-the-art facilities feature cutting-edge technology such as 3 Tesla MRI, robotic surgical systems, and 256-slice CT scanner- empowering top tier care. Recognized for excellence with accolades like ACC Cath Lab Accreditation, Trans catheter Valve certification, and Primary Stoke Center Designation, we’re committed to growth, innovation, and community well-being. Whether you’re an experienced specialist or just beginning your healthcare journey, Baptist Health Shelby offers a dynamic environment where your skills make a real difference. Join us in a welcoming, fast-paced setting with easy commutes, ample free parking, and a team that feels like family. Be part of a hospital that’s shaping the future of healthcare in Alabama- Where your career can thrive and your community can flourish! Position SummaryProvides quality patient care when performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention while adhering to radiation safety principles.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Performs diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy and/or physiology for interpretation and/or intervention.
Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
Benefits
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Pet Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
Extended Leave Plan (ELP)
Car Insurance
Family Care (child care, elder care, pet care)
Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt
Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
Adheres to Baptist Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.
Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented.
Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks.
Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication administration.
Administers medical aid as required in cases of adverse reactions to contrast medication and/or other emergencies.
Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipmentto prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
Assists in supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists.
Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
Ensures safety of all customers.
Maintains reasonable regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state,and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements. Other Related Functions
Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
Maintains well stocked and organized work areas.
Provides patient transport.
Qualifications
Education/TrainingGraduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology. Licensure/Certification
Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and
Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification ExperienceNone
