Radiologic Technologist II - Per Diem - Radiology Diagnostic Department

UNC Health; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

UNC Health Nash invites qualified Radiologic Technologist II professionals to join our radiology team. You will perform radiographic and diagnostic studies under the direction of a Radiologist, ensuring film quality, patient safety and accurate documentation.

This role supports department operations and education for staff and students. You will operate radiology and fluoroscopic equipment, participate in quality control activities, and collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to provide

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school or program of Radiologic Technology.
• Current registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Current BCLS certification.
• Two years of Healthcare/Medical - Radiology experience.

Responsibilities

• Produce routine and specialized radiographs and fluoroscopic studies.
• Follow radiation safety and patient protection guidelines.
• Provide emotional support and information to patients.
• Demonstrate patient age-appropriate care.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff.
• Operate and maintain radiology equipment and film processors.
• Document procedures in the patient record.
• Educate staff and students on radiologic procedures.
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance activities.
• Perform related clerical and support tasks as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Radiologic procedures

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.

Summary

The Radiologic Technologist II produces radiographic and diagnostic studies under the clinical direction of a Radiologist while takeing responsibility for film quality, patient care, safety, sterile technique and providing education for staff and students. In addition, the Technologist will participate in other necessary activities in support of departmental operations. The Radiologic Technologist II will operate radiology and fluoroscopic equipment to make clinical diagnostic x-rays films as directed by physicians.

Responsibilities

• 1. Produces routine and specialized, portable and surgical radiographs and specialized studies to include, but not limited to: bone survey, peg placement and scoliosis series.
• 2. Applies radiation safety guidelines and patient protection guidelines.
• 3. Provides emotional support, comfort, general assistance and information to patients.
• 4. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care based on the age of the patients served.
• 5. Coordinates or collaborates with physicians and nursing staff.
• 6. Operates and maintains radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment, film processors, computers and other departmental equipment.
• 7. Documents to the patient record.
• 8. As assigned, provides instruction in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of radiologic procedures to other employees, new employees and students.
• 9. Participates in quality control, quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
• 10. Performs clerical, darkroom, film processing, patient transportation and other miscellaneous functions in support of operations.
• NASH

Other Information

• 1. Graduate of an accredited school or program of Radiologic Technology.
• 2. Current registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• 3. Current BCLS certification.
• 4. 2 years of Healthcare/Medical - Radiology (Imaging and Therapy) experience

Job Details

Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: NGH Radiology Diagnostic

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Variable

Location of Job: NASH HC

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

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