Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging

Duke Health; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate health care team as a Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging, where you will play a crucial role in patient care by operating x-ray equipment and producing high-quality images. This position offers opportunities for career growth and supports the mission of advancing health in the community. You will educate patients, assist during procedures, and ensure adherence to safety guidelines while working in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in your career.

Benefits

Commitment Bonus of $15,000

Qualifications

• Must obtain ARRT certification within one year of employment.
• Minimum of two years' experience as a diagnostic radiology technologist.

Responsibilities

• Operate x-ray equipment to produce high-quality radiographs.
• Educate patients about procedures and assist physicians during fluoroscopy.

Skills

Radiologic Technology

Patient Care

Fluoroscopy

X-ray Procedures

Patient Education

Education

Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

Image Archival System

Job description

Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging at Duke Health

As a Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging at Duke Health, you will operate x-ray equipment to produce high-quality radiographs, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines. Your role includes educating patients about procedures, assisting physicians during fluoroscopic procedures, and processing images for optimal quality. With opportunities for career growth, this position supports Duke's mission of compassionate health care in the community.

Location: Duke Raleigh Hospital

3400 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27609

Work Schedule: Full-Time, 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 2:30PM - 11:00PM

Commitment Bonus: This position is eligible for a $15,000 commitment bonus.

Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced or new graduate Radiology Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. In this role, you would be working with our Operating Room, Emergency, and Gastrointestinal departments where we have a total of 15 C-Arms, 2 Fluoro rooms, and 2 portables.

What you will do:

• 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 DRAH affiliated radiology technology programs.
• Provide orientation to new technologists.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology or ARRT Certification.

Experience:

Level I: Must obtain ARRT certification within one year of employment.

Level II: Minimum of two years' experience as a diagnostic radiology technologist.

Level III: A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification: BLS certification.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Keywords:

Radiologic Technologist, Diagnostic Imaging, X-ray Procedures, Patient Care, Fluoroscopy, Healthcare, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Patient Education, ARRT Certified