Diagnostic Radiology Tech - Urgent Care - Middlesex

UNC Health Care; Woodridge (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Nash Hospitals, part of UNC Health, is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic studies under the clinical direction of a Radiologist. The role emphasizes patient safety, quality imaging, and education for staff and students.

Responsibilities include operating radiology equipment, ensuring film quality, and coordinating with physicians and nursing staff. Competitive benefits and on-site work schedule are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school or program of Radiologic Technology.
• Current Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Student applicants must pass the registry within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Produces routine and specialized radiographs and studies as directed.
• Applies radiation safety and patient protection guidelines.
• Provides emotional support and information to patients.
• Coordinates with physicians and nursing staff.
• Operates and maintains radiographic equipment and related devices.
• Documents to the patient record.
• Instructs staff and students in radiologic procedures as assigned.
• Participates in quality control and quality improvement activities.
• Performs other support functions for department operations.

Education

Radiologic Technology education

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.

Summary:
The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist produces radiographic and diagnostic studies under the clinical direction of a Radiologist. Takes responsibility for film quality, patient care, safety, sterile technique and providing education for staff and students. Participates in other necessary activities in support of departmental operations. Operate radiology and fluoroscopic equipment to make clinical diagnostic x-rays films as directed by physicians.

Responsibilities

1. 1. Produces routine and specialized, portable and surgical radiographs and specialized studies to include, but not limited to: bone survey, peg placement and scoliosis series.
2. 2. Applies radiation safety guidelines and patient protection guidelines.
3. 3. Provides emotional support, comfort, general assistance and information to patients.
4. 4. Coordinates or collaborates with physicians and nursing staff.
5. 5. Operates and maintains radiographic equipment, film processors, computers and other departmental equipment.
6. 6. Documents to the patient record.
7. 7. As assigned, provides instruction in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of radiologic procedures to other employees, new employees and students.
8. 8. Participates in quality control, quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
9. 9. Performs clerical, darkroom, film processing, patient transportation and other miscellaneous functions in support of operations.

Other information

Education
Graduate of an accredited school or program of Radiologic Technology.
Credentials/Registrations
Current Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Students within an accredited school or program recognized by the ARRT are eligible to apply. Student applicants must pass the registry within 6 months of hire.

Job Details

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: UNC Health Nash Urgent Care Middlesex

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 1.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.