Diagnostic Radiology Tech: On-Call, Patient-Centered Care

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Radiologic Technologist. Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program with ARRT registration; CPR/BCLS certified. The role performs diagnostic/therapeutic radiologic procedures and maintains patient records, ensuring safety and accuracy.

The position requires collaboration with physicians and staff, readiness for emergencies, and education of patients to promote quality care. On-call coverage is part of duties.

Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication, essential for teamwork and patient care.
• Ability to communicate professionally with physicians, nurses and other staff.
• Ability to maintain daily schedules in a hospital setting.
• Clinical skills to recognize patient needs and prioritize care.
• Adaptability to frequent workload changes and competing demands.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and records.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to hospital standards and fosters cooperative teamwork.
• Performs or assists in diagnostic/therapeutic radiologic procedures as per state regulations.
• Coordinates activities with others to accomplish objectives.
• Ensures readiness of emergency equipment and responds to emergencies.
• Keeps knowledge updated on procedures, equipment and systems used in radiology.
• Ensures accurate patient records via data entry, validation and archiving images.
• Performs competency for point-of-care testing as assigned and complies with policies.
• Provides instruction and consultation to health care personnel and patients to improve care quality.
• Provides emergency on-call coverage after normal working hours.
• Delivers age-appropriate care following Age/Development Guidelines.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication

Professional communication with staff

Maintain daily schedules

Clinical patient-priority skills

Handle high workload changes

Basic computer skills

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Radiologic Technologist. Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program with ARRT registration; CPR/BCLS certified. The role performs diagnostic/therapeutic radiologic procedures and maintains patient records, ensuring safety and accuracy.

The position requires collaboration with physicians and staff, readiness for emergencies, and education of patients to promote quality care. On-call coverage is part of duties.