Radiologic Technologist: Precision Imaging & Patient Care

Cone Health Medical Group; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health Medical Group in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform X-ray and diagnostic imaging under supervision, prepare patients, position them, operate equipment, and minimize radiation. You will follow physician instructions, explain procedures to patients, ensure quality images, document procedures, and communicate with the care team.

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent and graduation from a radiology/imaging program; ARRT (R) certification and CPR

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and graduation from radiology/imaging program.
• ARRT (R) certification and CPR certification (American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare)

Responsibilities

• Follows instructions from physicians regarding which area of the patient’s body needs imaging.
• Talks the patient through the procedure and answer questions to lower their anxiety and increase their understanding of the procedure.
• Positions the patient correctly and adjusts the imaging equipment to the specified position to create quality images of specific parts of the body.
• Prevents unnecessary radiation exposure both to themselves and to the patient.
• Follows correct techniques and procedures such as patient shielding to ensure adherence to ensure accurate and reliable diagnostic imaging services.
• Completes required documentation for each procedure to ensure proper patient records and facilitate seamless communication among healthcare providers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient communication

Radiologic imaging

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; graduate of Radiology/Imaging program

ARRT (R) certification; CPR (American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare)

Job description

Cone Health Medical Group in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform X-ray and diagnostic imaging under supervision, prepare patients, position them, operate equipment, and minimize radiation. You will follow physician instructions, explain procedures to patients, ensure quality images, document procedures, and communicate with the care team.

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent and graduation from a radiology/imaging program; ARRT (R) certification and CPR