Radiology Technician

Radiology Technician

Schedule: this is a PRN role that will work on an as-needed basis at our outpatient orthopedic clinic. The clinic is open Monday-Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, although the shifts for this role typically end around 3 pm Monday-Thursday and around 1 pm on Fridays. 

Your experience matters

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Radiology Technician (Rad Tech) joining our team, you're embracing 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.

How you'll contribute

A Radiology Technician who excels in this role:

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patients regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patients' understanding and cooperation.

• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.

• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.

• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.

• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.

• Enters, transmits and reports scan results 

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 for full-time and part-time employees.
• 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 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should be graduates from a radiological sciences program. Additional requirements include:

• License/Certification: NV state license upon hire. ARRT registry within 6 months of hire and BLS within 90 days of hire. 

Connect with a Recruiter: Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Tara at [email protected]

More about Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed acute care hospital that offers exceptional care to Elko county and the surrounding areas of northeastern Nevada. We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center and we believe that health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all people.  We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available.

EEOC Statement

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.