Radiologic Technologist - GI, Fluoroscopy, & Special Procedures

Baylor Scott & White Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health organization as a Radiologic Technologist, focusing on gastrointestinal radiology at Duke University Hospital, Durham. This full-time role offers a commitment to patient care and provides opportunities for career growth through their clinical ladder program. The position requires ARRT certification and offers a competitive salary with a $15,000 commitment bonus for successful candidates.

Qualifications

• Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology or ARRT Certification.
• BLS certification required.
• ARRT certification must be obtained within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated areas.
• Monitor accessory equipment and assist with fluoroscopic procedures.
• Provide education and training to DUHS affiliated radiology technology programs.

Skills

Radiographic exposure techniques

Patient communication

Image processing

Education

AMA approved School of Radiology Technology

BLS certification

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.

About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

Radiologic Technologist - Gastrointestinal (GI), Fluoroscopy, & Special Procedures Location: Duke University Hospital

2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Work Schedule : Full-Time, 1st Shift, Monday - Friday from 8:00AM to 4:30PM

***This position is eligible for a $15,000 commitment bonus***

Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced or new graduate Radiologic Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together.

Our Abdominal Imaging Division works closely with Duke's elite oncologic, urologic, and general surgeons. In addition, we have close collaborations with hepatobiliary, pancreatic, colorectal, and endocrine/thyroid multidisciplinary working groups. The Division of Abdominal Imaging covers all aspects of abdominal imaging and brings a coordinated multidisciplinary approach to the evaluation and treatment of patients through CT, MRI, and interventional radiology techniques.

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 in; able to modify orders per protocol. Demonstrate acceptable film quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors, and collimation.
• Understands and uses 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.

Required Qualifications:

Education:

Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology orARRTCertification

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

ARRT certification or ability to obtain within 18 months of employment

Duke is an 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 (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

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