PRN Radiology Technologist- Matthews OUC

OrthoCarolina; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Part Time Radiology Technologist to join their team. This role involves providing high-quality diagnostic radiographs while ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will work in a collaborative environment, communicating effectively with patients and managing equipment with precision. This position offers a flexible schedule with shifts three times a week, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to balance work and personal commitments. If you are passionate about medical imaging and patient care, this role could be a perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Paid company holidays

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• Minimum of one year experience as an x-ray tech with orthopedic background.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic quality radiographs while ensuring patient safety.
• Communicate with patients to explain procedures and address concerns.

Skills

Medical Imaging

Patient Care

Radiography

Radiology Equipment

X Ray Technology

Education

Radiologic Technologist program

Tools

Digital Radiology (DR)

Computer Radiology (CR)

Radiology suite equipment (Siemens/GE/Philips)

Job description

At OrthoCarolina , our team is our greatest asset and the foundation of our success. We are a diverse group of individuals, accountable to each other to uphold the standards of excellence and promote an environment of teamwork throughout the organization. OrthoCarolina has 43 unique care locations with over 1 3 00 professionals who share a common goal to make lives better. Our employees are eligible for a full spectrum of benefits including paid company holidays, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about Team OC please visit https://www.orthocarolina.com/about-us

We have an opportunity with OrthoCarolina for a Part Time Radiology Technologist with our OrthoCarolina Matthews OUC office location .

This position is scheduled for 3 shift s per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 5:30pm--9:00pm.

The Radiology Technologist will provide diagnostic quality radiographs for physicians and/or physician assistants while protecting employees and patients from unnecessary radiation and usage of appropriate protection standards.

Essential Functions:

• 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 patients' understanding and address any questions or concerns.

• Positions patients and selects exposure factors for various radiologic examinations and provides patient with radiation protection and safety in accordance with prescribed methods.

• Logs radiological procedures completed, processes charges and related paperwork using computer equipment as directed.

• Maintains cleanliness of examination rooms and stocks necessary medical and/or radiological supplies in the department. Compliance with all OrthoCarolina policy and procedures.

• Assists with the transportation of patients between the examination module(s) and the Radiology department. Assist with patient flow in the examination module(s) as directed by a supervisor.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to operate various manufacturer types of Radiology suite equipment, (i.e. Siemens/GE/Philips).

• Skill in proficient use of various manufacturer types of Digital Radiology (DR) and Computer Radiology (CR) reader systems.

• Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.

• Skill in positioning patients properly and performing quality diagnostic radiographs.

• Observes safety and security procedures.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the American Medical Association.

• Minimum of one year experience as an x-ray tech with an orthopedic background.

• Professional license or certification requirements:

• Registered Radiology Tech by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART) or ARRT registry eligible.

• Current CPR certification recommended.

Education required:

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the American Medical Association.

Experience required:

• Minimum of one year experience as an x-ray tech with an orthopedic background.

Professional license or certification requirements:

• Registered Radiology Tech by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART) or ARRT registry eligible.
• Current CPR certification recommended.
• Reliable transportation for travel to provide staffing coverage and attend meetings at satellite locations/main office.

Preferred Skills:

• Ability to operate various manufacturer types of Radiology suite equipment, (i.e. Siemens/GE/Philips).
• Skill in proficient use of various manufacturer types of Digital Radiology (DR) and Computer Radiology (CR) reader systems.
• Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• Skill in positioning patients properly and performing quality diagnostic radiographs.
• Observes safety and security procedures.
• Knowledge of vendors to contact in the event of a need for maintenance and/or repair.
• Ability to add, subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, percentage and interpret bar graphs.
• Knowledge of computers, including MS Outlook, IDX, Touchworks, PACS, Intranet, photocopy equipment and fax.
• Knowledge of radiology equipment including safety hazards common to radiology; x-ray procedures and protocols; anatomy and physiology necessary to perform x-ray procedures including body mechanics, patient movement and positioning for exams.

Employee Type PRN Qualifications Skills Medical Imaging, Medical Records Management, Patient Care, Radiography, Radiology, Radiology Equipment, X Rays, X Ray TechnologyEducation Certifications CPR - Other, Registered Radiology Tech - American Registry of Radiologic TechnologistLanguage Work Experience Clinical Experience