Radiologic Tech: X‑Ray Imaging Specialist

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

Job summary

UNC Health in Mills River, NC is seeking a Registered Radiological Technologist to prepare and perform radiological (X-ray) imaging procedures. This role involves interviewing patients for risk assessment, ensuring safe equipment use, and driving optimal care outcomes.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Radiological Science and is registered as a Radiological Technologist. Proficiency in handling PACS and understanding radiology orders are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares and performs radiological (X-ray) imaging.
• Reads and comprehends imaging orders, engaging with physicians when necessary.
• Interviews patients to understand risk factors.
• Guides distressed patients through their examinations.
• Uploads imaging results into PACS and records information into EMR.

Skills

Radiological science knowledge

Patient care and comfort

Understanding of human anatomy

Experience with PACS

Education

Graduation from an accredited program in Radiological Science

Registration as a Radiological Technologist

Tools

Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)

Electronic Medical Recordkeeping (EMR)

EPIC (preferred)

Job description

UNC Health in Mills River, NC is seeking a Registered Radiological Technologist to prepare and perform radiological (X-ray) imaging procedures. This role involves interviewing patients for risk assessment, ensuring safe equipment use, and driving optimal care outcomes.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Radiological Science and is registered as a Radiological Technologist. Proficiency in handling PACS and understanding radiology orders are essential.