Temporary Full-time Radiology Tech

Cabell Huntington Hospital, a member of Marshall Health Network, is a 303-bed teaching hospital for Marshall University Schools of Medicine, Pharmacy and Nursing. We are home to the Hoops Family Children’s Hospital and the Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center and serve patients throughout West Virginia, eastern Kentucky and southern Ohio. The Radiology Tech performs radiographic procedures by applying prescribed ionizing radiation to the patient in order to assist the Radiologist with diagnostic imaging. Applicant must hold their current ARRT and WV Medical Imaging License licensures and must have graduated from an accredited Junior College or Technical program.

Responsibilities

• Performs venipuncture as required for exam. Measures and administers IV contrast for procedures.
• Must be able to follow physician instructions, prepare radiography equipment, position patients, and obtain optimal images for diagnosis.
• Patient communication and preparation including removal of garments or jewelry that may interfere with procedure and explaining how the process works.
• Positioning patients properly to obtain x-rays.
• Setting the equipment to obtain the best density, detail, and contrast of the area being imaged.
• Taking preventative steps to avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation.
• Reviews available lab results BUN/Creatinine and/or GFR to determine renal function.