Job Description

Welcome to Diagnostic Health Alaska, an Akumin Company! As a leading provider of radiology and oncology services in the United States, we are dedicated to improving the diagnosis and treatment of patients through the use of advanced technology and expert clinical and operational knowledge. Our network of owned and operated imaging locations offers a range of outpatient diagnostic procedures, including MRI, CT, PET, and more. In addition, we provide a full suite of diagnostic imaging and cancer care services, including radiation therapy, to over 1,000 hospitals and health systems across 48 states. Our goal is to make healthcare more efficient and effective for both patients and providers. Thank you for considering a career with us!

The Radiology Technologist is responsible high quality diagnostic digital x-ray images with special attention to radiation/safety regulations, including proper documentation and techniques. Responsible for ensuring effective communication with customers, including radiologists as necessary. As applicable may assist in training new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

Produces high quality diagnostic x-ray images. Special attention to radiation safety/regulations, including proper documentation and technique when working with patients and radioactive materials.

Responsible for patient safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications, aseptic injection technique etc.

Effectively communicates with customers and radiologists.

May train new Radiologic Technologists and/or PC\xe2\x80\x99s.

Trouble-shoots the X-ray unit and all peripheral equipment (including: computers, PACS, etc.).

Position Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent experience required; Associate\'s Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

ARRT (R) and state license, if applicable required.

CPR certification required.

As applicable, valid state driver\xe2\x80\x99s license.

Team Members working in a fixed setting:

Successful completion of a Radiology School.

Ability to work at several locations.

Strong customer service skills.

Organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

Team Members working in a mobile setting:

A minimum of one year radiography or digital x-ray experience required preferred.

Local travel may be required.

The COVID-19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.

All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

More than 50% of the time:

Sit, stand, walk.

Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.

See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.

Less than 50% of the time:

Stoop, kneel or crawl.

Climb and balance.

Carry and lift (ability to move non-ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

Residents living in CA, NY, Jersey City, NJ, WA and CO click to view pay range information.

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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