Radiologic Technologist - Urgent Care: Park West

UNC Health Care; Morrisville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing community health. As a radiologic technologist, you will conduct vital diagnostic procedures, ensuring high-quality imaging and patient care. Collaborate with a diverse team of healthcare professionals in a dynamic environment that operates around the clock. Your expertise will directly contribute to patient outcomes, making a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve. This role offers an opportunity to thrive in a supportive atmosphere while utilizing advanced radiology technology.

Qualifications

• RT(R) credentials required for the role.
• Strong knowledge of radiology protocols and patient assessment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine radiology procedures and ensure image quality.
• Maintain patient safety and assist in emergency situations.

Skills

General Diagnostic Radiology

Patient Care

Quality Assurance

Radiographic Imaging

Troubleshooting Equipment

Education

Radiologic Technology Certification

Tools

PACS

RIS

CIS

SMS

Job description

Job Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Summary:

Conduct routine procedures and tests using radiology equipment to acquire patient diagnostic data. Prepare for and assist the radiologist in intricate radiographic procedures, including preparation and administration of contrast media and medications, in accordance with regulations. Perform patient assessments and provide patient care. Evaluate the appropriateness of examinations and assess the quality of radiographic images.

Join our multidisciplinary care team: Staffed with physicians, APPs, RNs, CMAs, and MOAs. Clinics operate from 8am-8pm, 7 days a week, offering x-ray services only. Each shift is staffed with 1 radiologic technologist (number varies by shift). Rad techs are cross-trained to register patients, complete point-of-care testing, and perform other clinical tasks.

Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of General Diagnostic Radiology, adhere to departmental protocols, obtain and maintain RT(R) credentials, and troubleshoot equipment and protocol issues.
2. Ensure accuracy of patient demographic data and examination requests, critique and save images, transmit QA-ed images to PACS, document procedures in RIS, maintain equipment, and utilize PACS and HIS systems effectively.
3. Conduct routine radiology procedures to acquire diagnostic data.
4. Perform quality radiographic images consistently, analyze requests, review images, ensure data accuracy, and maintain a safe, clean work environment.
5. Use RIS, CIS, PACS, and SMS systems effectively for information access and documentation, modify orders, and verify proper data transmission.
6. Verify patient identity, obtain relevant history, assess physical condition, develop an examination action plan, assist patients, react to emergencies, and ensure patient safety.