Radiologic Technologist

UNC Health Care; Hillsborough (NC); On-site; USD 36,630 - 52,665; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Work commitment incentive

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hillsborough is seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to conduct diagnostic tests and assist radiologists. You will perform patient assessments and ensure safety protocols are followed. Candidates need an Associate's degree in Radiologic Sciences and must obtain necessary certifications. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $26.59 to $38.23 per hour. Work schedule includes evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Candidates must maintain registry status and continuing education requirements annually.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts routine procedures and tests using radiology equipment.
• Assists the radiologist in completing intricate procedures.
• Performs patient assessments and evaluates the appropriateness of examinations.

Skills

Knowledge of radiation protection

Infection control

Radiologic techniques

Education

Associate's degree or completion of an accredited Radiologic Sciences Program

Job description

Overview

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

This position qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive which will be paid over a three (3) year work commitment.

Learn more about the incentive program here: https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/imaging-commitment-incentive-program

Summary

Conducts routine procedures and tests using radiology equipment to acquire patient diagnostic data. Prepares for and assists the radiologist in completion of intricate radiographic procedures including preparation and administration of contrast media and medications in accordance with state and federal regulations. Performs patient assessments and provides patient care. Evaluates the appropriateness of examination and assesses the quality of radiographic images.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of all aspects of General Diagnostic Radiology, is familiar with and adheres to Departmental Protocols and Policy and Procedures of UNC Healthcare System, obtains RT(R) credentials and maintains Active Status using technical knowledge and ability to assist in actively troubleshooting work unit problems with respect to equipment and protocols.
2. Ensures that patient demographic, emulsion markers, and examination requested are correct, critiques, orients and saves all pertinent images, transmits QA-ed images to PACS, ensures that all images reach PACS, documents completion and/or cancellation of all procedures in RIS, documenting comments when appropriate, maintains image management equipment, reporting any equipment problem to appropriate resources, utilizes PACS and HIS system for obtaining additional study data.
3. Conducts routine procedures and tests using radiology equipment to acquire patient diagnostic data.
4. Performs work in a timely manner, produces quality radiographic images on a consistent basis, analyzes requests and draws appropriate conclusions for examination and action plan, reviews radiographic orders and images and correlates patient demographic information, ensures accuracy of information, reviews daily schedule and/or status of patients waiting in department for examinations, maintains a clean and safe work environment, documents incidents and advises area supervisor of improvement opportunities for the work unit.
5. Uses RIS, CIS, PACS and SMS effectively and appropriately to access information and document status of procedures, modifies all necessary orders for appropriateness, completes exam in RIS System, QC’s and transmits information to PACS, verifies that all information has arrived properly into PACS.
6. Verifies patient identity, obtains patient history relevant to examination order, verifies pregnancy status before administering ionizing radiation, assesses patients' physical condition and develops an action plan for performing examination, assesses patients' condition to determine if additional medical personnel and/or equipment is needed and takes appropriate action, assists patients that require extra attention, reacts to emergency situations, ensures patient safety.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:
* Associate's degree or completion of an accredited Radiologic Sciences Program. If degree is not yet complete, candidates may be selected contingent on completing a degree program within 90 days of hire.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:
* Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Sciences or registry eligible and become registered within one (1) year from date of hire. (Registry eligible candidates must provide a copy of diploma from accredited program.) Must maintain registry status and continuing education requirements annually.
* Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification

Professional Experience Requirements:
* No prior experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
* Knowledgeable of radiation protection and safety in addition to general and electrical safety, infection control, TB and standard precautions.

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: Diagnostic Radiology HBOH

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range:$26.59 - $38.23 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Evening Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Hillsborough

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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