Radiologic Technologist

Jobtailor; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Health System in Cary, NC is seeking an experienced Radiologic Technologist to operate x-ray equipment and produce high-quality radiographs in accordance with safety guidelines. You will explain procedures to patients and position them for each view using protective equipment.

You will work with physicians on fluoroscopic and special radiographic procedures, process images in the Image Archival System, and contribute to training DUHS-affiliated radiology programs.

Qualifications

• Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology.
• ARRT certification and BLS certification are required.
• Ability to operate x-ray equipment and produce radiographs.

Responsibilities

• Operate x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated anatomical areas.
• Adjust equipment for proper radiographic exposure in accordance with radiation safety guidelines.
• Explain x-ray procedures to patients.
• Position patients for each anatomical view using assistance devices and protective equipment as necessary.
• Monitor accessory equipment and assist physicians with fluoroscopic and special radiographic procedures.
• Process images accurately for optimal quality and match them with appropriate paperwork.
• Charge radiographic procedures and modify orders per protocol.
• Critique positioning, technical factors, and collimation to meet film quality standards.
• Use the Image Archival System.
• Provide education and training to DUHS-affiliated radiology technology programs.
• Orient new technologists.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work.

Skills

X-Ray Equipment Operation

Radiographic Exposure Techniques

Patient Education

Positioning Techniques

Radiation Safety Guidelines

Education

AMA approved Radiology Technology Program

Tools

Image Archival System

Job description

• Operate x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated anatomical areas


• Adjust equipment for proper radiographic exposure in accordance with radiation safety guidelines


• Explain x-ray procedures to patients


• Position patients for each anatomical view using assistance devices and protective equipment as necessary


• Monitor accessory equipment and assist physicians with fluoroscopic and special radiographic procedures


• Process images accurately for optimal quality and match them with appropriate paperwork


• Charge radiographic procedures and modify orders per protocol


• Critique positioning, technical factors, and collimation to meet film quality standards


• Use the Image Archival System


• Provide education and training to DUHS-affiliated radiology technology programs


• Orient new technologists


• Perform other related duties incidental to the work

Requirements

• Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology


• ARRT certification


• BLS certification


• Ability to operate x-ray equipment and produce radiographs


• Ability to adjust equipment using proper radiographic exposure techniques and radiation safety guidelines


• Ability to explain x-ray procedures to patients


• Ability to position patients using positioning assistance devices and protective equipment


• Ability to assist physicians with fluoroscopic and special radiographic procedures


• Ability to accurately process images for optimal quality


• Ability to charge radiographic procedures and modify orders per protocol


• Knowledge and use of the Image Archival System


• New graduates and experienced technologists welcome

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in operating x-ray equipment and producing high-quality radiographs while adhering to radiation safety guidelines. Proficient in patient positioning, image processing, and utilizing the Image Archival System to support radiology practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• X-Ray Equipment Operation


• Radiographic Exposure Techniques


• ARRT Certification


• Image Archival System


• Patient Education

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Radiograph Production


• Image Processing


• Fluoroscopic Procedures


• Technical Critique


• Radiation Safety Guidelines

Soft Skills

• Patient Communication


• Team Orientation

Certifications & Qualifications

• ARRT Certification


• BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

• Radiology Technology


• Anatomical Positioning


• Radiographic Procedures


• Quality Standards

Tools & Technologies

• Image Archival System