Radiologic Technologist, PRN

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Radiologic Technologist (PRN) to operate radiographic equipment, exposure controls, and patient positioning to produce high-quality images for interpretation.

The role requires ARRT certification in radiography (or within 18 months of hire) and BLS. You will contribute to imaging services and support education for DUHS programs, with a focus on safety and patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
• ARRT certification in radiography or pending within 18 months of hire.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate radiographic equipment to obtain radiographs of designated anatomical areas.
• Adjust exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines.
• Explain x-ray procedures to patients.
• Position patients using support devices and protective equipment.
• Assist physician with fluoroscopic and other radiographic procedures.
• Process images for optimal quality and match paperwork for interpretation.
• Provide orientation to new radiology technologists and education to DUHS programs.

Skills

Patient care

Radiologic safety

Equipment operation

Patient education

Education

Graduate or completion of program meeting registry eligibility or currently holds registry/certification

Tools

Image Archival System

X-ray equipment

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.

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, North Carolina. The smallest of the four Duke Health hospitals at 123-beds, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties.

Radiologic Technologist, PRN

Summary & Worked Performed

Perform a variety of technical tasks involved in operating radiographic equipment and making radiographs of designated anatomical areas of interest.

• Perform a variety of tasks involved in operating x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated anatomical areas of interest.
• Adjust equipmentfor 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Level Characteristics & Experience

Level I - Must obtain certification within 18 months 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.

Degrees, Licensures, Certifications

• ARRT certification in radiography.
• ARRT certification within 18 months of hire.
• BLS certification.

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