Radiologic Technologist

Duke University; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Radiology Technologist to operate radiographic equipment, adjust exposure settings per safety guidelines, and explain procedures to patients. The role includes ensuring image quality and coordinating with physicians for fluoroscopic procedures.

Levels include certification timelines, with opportunities for clinical ladder growth within the imaging services.

Qualifications

• Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification.
• ARRT certification in radiography.
• ARRT certification within 18 months of hire.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks involved in operating radiographic equipment to make radiographs of designated anatomical areas of interest.
• Adjust equipment for proper radiographic exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines.
• Explain x-ray procedures to patients.
• Position patients for each anatomical view using positioning assistance devices and protective equipment as necessary.
• Monitor accessory equipment and assist the physician with fluoroscopic procedures and special radiographic procedures.
• Accurately process images for optimal quality.
• Match with appropriate paperwork for interpretation.
• Charge radiographic procedures; able to modify orders per protocol.
• Demonstrate acceptable film quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors, and collimation.
• Understand and use the Image Archival System; provide education and training to DUHS affiliated radiology technology programs.
• Provide orientation to new technologists.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein.

Skills

Radiography procedures

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Explain procedures to patients

Education

ARRT certification in radiography

BLS certification

Graduate or completed program meeting registry eligibility

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, North Carolina. The smallest of the four Duke Health hospitals at 123‑beds, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24‑hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties.

$15,000 Commitment Bonus and up to $3,000 Relocation Assistance for qualifying candidates!

Summary & Worked Performed

Perform a variety of technical tasks involved in operating radiographic equipment and making radiographs of designated anatomical areas of interest.

• Perform a variety of tasks involved in operating x‑ray equipment to make radiographs of designated anatomical areas of interest.
• Adjust equipment for proper radiographic exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines.
• Explain x‑ray procedures to patients.
• Position patients for each anatomical view using positioning assistance devices and protective equipment as necessary.
• Monitor accessory equipment and assist the physician with fluoroscopic procedures and special radiographic procedures.
• Accurately process images for optimal quality.
• Match with appropriate paperwork for interpretation.
• Charge radiographic procedures; able to modify orders per protocol.
• Demonstrate acceptable film quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors, and collimation.
• Understand and use the Image Archival System; provide education and training to DUHS affiliated radiology technology programs.
• Provide orientation to new technologists.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein.

DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Level Characteristics & Experience

Level I – Must obtain certification within 18 months of employment.

Level II – Minimum of two years’ experience as a diagnostic radiology technologist.

Level III – A minimum of four years’ experience within a specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

• ARRT certification in radiography.
• ARRT certification within 18 months of hire.
• BLS certification.

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