Radiologic Technologist (PRN)

Cone Health; Reidsville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform medical exams using X-Rays or other imaging modalities, producing diagnostic-quality images for physician review.

Under direct supervision, you will prepare patients, position them correctly, operate imaging equipment, document procedures, and actively minimize radiation exposure while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and graduate of Radiology/imaging program.
• Licensure: ARRT (R) and CPR certification (American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare).

Responsibilities

• Follows physician instructions on imaging area to be evaluated.
• Guides patient through procedure to reduce anxiety and improve understanding.
• Positions patient correctly and adjusts imaging equipment to obtain quality images.
• Minimizes radiation exposure to patients and staff.
• Follows proper techniques and shielding to ensure safe, accurate imaging.
• Completes documentation to maintain patient records and support communication among providers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient communication

Patient positioning

Radiologic safety

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Radiology/Imaging program

Tools

X-ray equipment operation

Job description

The Radiologic Technologist performs medical exams using X‑rays or other diagnostic imaging examinations on patients to create images of specific parts of the body. The images are then interpreted by a doctor for diagnosis and monitoring of disease. Working under direct supervision, this position prepares patients for the exams, moves patients to the correct position, operates the equipment, and uses their knowledge and skill to minimize the radiation dose to the patient.

Essential Job Function

• Follows instructions from physicians regarding which area of the patient's body needs imaging.
• Talks the patient through the procedure and answers 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 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.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Graduate of a Radiology, Imaging or related educational program.

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Required: ARRT (R) | Radiologic Technologist - DxBLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare.