Orthopedic Radiology Technologist – Imaging & Patient Safety

OrthoCarolina; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoCarolina University office is seeking a Radiology Technologist to provide diagnostic quality radiographs for physicians and physician assistants while following radiation protection standards.

The role requires competency in positioning, patient communication, and operating radiology equipment. Candidates should have ARRT certification or registry eligibility, CPR recommended, and at least one year of orthopedic X-ray experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program approved by the ARRT and AMA.
• Minimum of one year experience as an x-ray tech with orthopedics background.
• Professional license or certification requirements: ARRT, registry eligible.
• Current CPR certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in positioning of all radiological procedures as prescribed by departmental policy.
• Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirm acknowledgment of understanding, and address questions.
• Positions patients and selects exposure factors for examinations, provides radiation protection and safety.
• Logs radiological procedures, processes charges and related paperwork using computer equipment.
• Maintains cleanliness of examination rooms and stocks necessary medical/radiological supplies; complies with policy.
• Assists with transportation of patients between examination areas and supports patient flow as directed.

Skills

Medical Imaging

Medical Records Management

Patient Care

Radiography

Radiology

Radiology Equipment

X-Rays

X Ray Technology

Education

Radiologic Technologist program

Job description

OrthoCarolina University office is seeking a Radiology Technologist to provide diagnostic quality radiographs for physicians and physician assistants while following radiation protection standards.

The role requires competency in positioning, patient communication, and operating radiology equipment. Candidates should have ARRT certification or registry eligibility, CPR recommended, and at least one year of orthopedic X-ray experience.