Radiologic Technologist - Level I Trauma (Weekends)

Duke Health; Durham (NC); In loco; USD 52.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Weekend option premium incentive

Commitment bonus $15,000

Relocation assistance $3,000

Descrizione del lavoro

Duke Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. The role supports GI Diagnostic Fluoroscopy, OR, Ortho, Trauma, Ambulatory Surgery, and PEDS services with a focus on image quality and patient safety.

This full-time position requires ARRT certification (or to obtain within 12 months) and BLS, with Level I–III experience. You will contribute to education and training, and participate in the DUHS clinical ladder across campuses.

Competenze

• Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology or ARRT Certification.
• ARRT or ability to obtain within 12 months of employment.
• BLS certification.

Mansioni

• Operate x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated anatomical areas.
• Explain x-ray procedures to patients.
• Position patients for views using assistance devices and protective equipment.
• Assist physicians with fluoroscopic and special radiographic procedures.
• Process images for quality and match with paperwork.
• Charge radiographic procedures and modify orders per protocol.
• Understand and use the Image Archival System.
• Provide orientation to new technologists.
• Provide education and training to DUHS radiology programs.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Conoscenze

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

Radiology knowledge

Formazione

AMA approved School of Radiology Technology

ARRT Certification

Strumenti

Image Archival System

Descrizione del lavoro

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 the four Duke Health 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 - Level I Trauma

Location: Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC 27705

2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Work Schedule: Full-Time, 1st Shift, Friday - Sunday, 7:00AM - 7:30PM

This position is considered to be the Weekend Option and will receive the WEO premium incentive pay for the weekend hours worked

This position is eligible for a $15,000 commitment bonus and $3,000 in relocation assistance

Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced or new graduate Radiology Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. The Duke University Hospital (DUH) campus supports a 1067 bed hospital known for Radiologic Technologist expertise in GI Diagnostic Fluoroscopy, OR, Ortho, Trauma, Ambulatory Surgery, Special Procedures, and PEDS services.

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.

Education

Required Qualifications

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

ARRT or ability to obtain within 12 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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