Student Radiology Technologist

For more than a century, the residents of Kentucky and Southern Indiana have trusted the Norton name for dedicated and compassionate care. With over 60 locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana, Norton Healthcare is the largest health care system in the region, providing a full-range of medical services. Our skilled and talented staff work to provide quality care to every patient, and our specialty centers–like the Leatherman Spine Center and Kosair Children's Hospital–are nationally-known for excellence.Additional Information/Benefits:
Benefits at a GlanceWe know it’s our employees that make us one of the Midwest's most trusted names in health care. That’s why we do everything we can to reward our staff and keep them satisfied in their careers.Norton Healthcare is committed to providing a competitive package of employee benefits as part of your total compensation package. These benefits are designed to assist you and your family in meeting the financial burdens that can result from illness, injury or death as well as help you plan for retirement and enhance your personal financial security.

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Disability Plans

Life Insurance, AD&D

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Time Off Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

College Savings Plan (529)

Children's Choice Learning Center

Downtown Fitness Center

Wellness

Voluntary Benefits
Screening Requirements: Drug Screen, Criminal Background Check
The people of Norton Healthcare are not seen merely as employees. They are also seen as friends, co-workers, and loyal customers. Norton realizes that without these valued employees, it would not be in existence. In accordance with this belief, Norton Healthcare offers the best services to its employees.Job Requirements
Position DescriptionMammography TechnologistNorton Healthcare is setting new standards for excellence in quality care and nows your chance to join our MAMMOGRAPHY team. As MAMMOGRAPHY Technologist youll perform routine diagnostic mammograms using film screen technologist. This position will require additional procedures in Radiology and CT. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of Mammography experience and experience with special procedures. Norton Healthcare will train an experienced Mammo Tech on additional procedures.The Mammography Technologist must demonstrate a thorough knowledge of anatomy. The technologist must demonstrate thorough knowledge and skill and understanding of image quality. Must be able to communicate to patients the nature of the tests and relieve their anxiety. Must demonstrate an understanding of Radiographic Positioning, Radiographic Technique, Radiation Safety, Imaging Equipment, Infection Control and Quality Control techniques. Present a pleasant and helpful manner to patients, physicians, subordinates and other members of the department staff. Assists in maintaining a work area free form hazards. The ARRT must perform routine diagnostic imaging studies, as needed.Minimum Qualifications

The Radiographer must be ARRT registered or registry eligible with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and hold a General Certificate with the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Radiation Operators Program.

Prefer AART Mammography certification.

Must be knowledgeable with MQSA regulations, Quality Assurance procedures, and record keeping.

High school graduate or GED and a graduate of an JRC/CAHEA approved program in Radiologic Technology.

1 year recent experience in Mammography.

Accuracy and Effect of Errors: Requires above average degree of accuracy. Errors could cause serious consequences to patients.

Responsibility of Personal Contacts: Must be tactful and courteous as well as have the ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Should maintain a good working relationship with Diagnostic Imaging and all hospital employees and physicians.

Responsibility for Supervision and/or Administration: Responsible for supervision of radiographic technique.

Responsibility for Confidential Material, Information, Money: works with confidential patient diagnosis and test results.