Radiologic Technologist - Longstreet Clinic - Perintology
Company: Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Category: Allied Health Work Shift/Schedule: 10 Hr Morning -
Evening Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation
of improving the health of our communities. About the Role: Job
Summary Responsible for performing radiographic procedures in a
timely manner. Reviews all films for technical quality and
positioning. Minimum Job Qualifications Licensure or other
certifications: Graduate of accredited ARRT Program. Current BLS
certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Minimum
Experience: Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure
or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements:
Preferred Experience: Minimum of two (2) years. Other: Job Specific
and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to perform
quality radiographic procedures Ability to work independently and
effectively with others Basic computer skills Essential Tasks and
Responsibilities Follows good radiation safety practices; i.e.
coning, shielding, quarterly dosimeter monitoring, according to
state and federal guidelines. Positions patients, provides
immobilizations devices and selects proper technical factors on
patients to obtain quality imaging. Explains x-ray exam/procedure
to patients and answers any questions. Uses radiopaque anatomical
side markers with technologist identifier on every image performed.
Operates highly specialized equipment, including radiographic CR
(computed Radiography), DR (Digital Radiography), and PACS (Picture
Archive Communication System). Ensures that imaging equipment is in
good working condition and reports equipment malfunctions and
maintenance such as calibrations, care, and cleaning. Know and
practice downtime procedures. This includes maintenance and testing
of shields, display monitors, tube, detector and calibration for
all. Reviews patient orders and completes exam/procedure in EMR and
PACS system for successful dictation. Provides patient imaging on a
CD when requested; ensuring necessary paperwork is completed.
Imports CDs into the PACS system when requested. Serves as a
liaison between Ordering Providers and Radiologists and assists
Providers with Radiology related questions. Orders x-ray supplies
and maintains PPE by performing bi-annual lead apron checks.
Complies with network drills, CPR requirements, license renewal,
CEUs and other network or health system requirements. Serves as
preceptor to radiology students and new radiology staff members.
Recognize and notify appropriate personnel of adverse events or
incidents (i.e. falls, vasovagal, wrong patient imaged, wrong
laterality, etc.) Complies will annual skills competencies.
Physical Demands Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of
time Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
Vision: Moderate, Occasionally 0-30% of time
Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65% Standing/Walking:
Frequently 31-65% Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30% Intensity of
Work: Occasionally 0-30% Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning,
Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something
special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in
helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here.
Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of
race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or
expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin,
marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or
any other legally protected classification or status.
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