Radiologic Tech, Registered - Urgent Care

UNC Health Care; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care in North Carolina seeks a Registered Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic imaging under supervision, ensuring accurate positioning and high-quality images for diagnosis.

You will interview patients, prepare them for exams, operate PACS, and coordinate with physicians. ARRT registration and an accredited Radiologic Science program are required; EPIC experience is a plus. This is an onsite, full-time position with rotating shift coverage.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in Radiologic Science.
• Registration as Radiologic Technologist with ARRT.
• Strong knowledge of human anatomy.
• Experience reading and interpreting radiology orders.
• Experience using PACS.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and performs radiological (X-ray) imaging.
• Reads and comprehends imaging orders, engaging with physician when order is unclear; selects scanning protocols and imaging parameters.
• Interviews patients to understand risk factors and ensures safety.
• Guides patients through the exam, providing clear explanations and maintaining calmness.
• Uploads imaging results into PACS and records information into EMR.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Reading radiology orders

EMR data entry

Education

Accredited Radiologic Science program

ARRT-registered Radiologic Technologist

Tools

PACS

EPIC

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

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.