Radiologic Tech, Registered - Urgent Care

experiencedAlliedHealth; Mills River (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pardee UNC Health Care is seeking a Registered Radiologic Technologist to perform X-ray imaging and assist in patient examinations at the Mills River urgent care location.

The role requires ARRT registration, an accredited Radiologic Science program graduate, and the ability to interpret imaging orders. Experience with PACS and EPIC is preferred. Onsite, full-time schedule with rotating shifts available.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from an accredited Radiologic Science program.
• Registration as Radiologic Technologist with ARRT is required.
• Good understanding of human anatomy and ability to read radiology orders.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and performs radiographic imaging.
• Reviews imaging orders and discusses with physicians when needed.
• Interviews patients to assess safety and explain procedures.
• Guides patients through exams with clear communication and empathy.
• Uploads imaging results to PACS and documents in EMR.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Interpreting radiology orders

Patient communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiological Science program

ARRT registration (Radiologic Technologist)

Tools

PACS

EPIC

Job description

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.

Summary

Using radiological (X-ray) imaging equipment and standards under close to moderate supervision, the Registered Radiological Technologist prepares and performs procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data. By interviewing and preparing patients with in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and performs radiological (X-ray) imaging.
• Reads and comprehends imaging order, engaging with physician when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review. Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using knowledge of human anatomy.
• Interviews patients to understand risk factors that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety.
• Guides patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam. Sets expectations and calms patient for effective imaging.
• Uploads imaging results into Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). Records information into Electronic Medical Recordkeeping (EMR) system.

Other information

PARDEE

Required

• Graduate of an accredited program in Radiological Science
• Registration as Radiological Technologist from American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists
• Good understanding of human anatomy - can be established through education or experience
• Experience reading and interpreting radiology orders
• Experience working with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)

Preferred

• Experience working with EPIC

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Job Details

Legal Employer: Pardee - UCC

Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: Urgent Care Center Mills River

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Rotating

Location of Job: PARDMILLSRVR

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.