Radiology Technologist (32 hours per week)- Spine

OrthoCarolina; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Paid holidays

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

OrthoCarolina Spine Center in Charlotte is hiring a Radiology Technologist for a 32-hour work week with full benefits. You will provide diagnostic radiographs for physicians, ensure radiation safety, and help maintain exam rooms and supplies. The role requires orthopedic radiology experience and ARRT-registered or eligible credentials, with CPR recommended.

Join a diverse team focused on excellence and patient care, with opportunity for growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of ARRT/AMA approved Radiologic Technologist program.
• Minimum of one year experience as an x-ray tech with an orthopedic background.
• ARRT registration or registry eligible; CPR certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Produce diagnostic quality radiographs per departmental policy.
• Explain procedures and obtain clinical history from patients.
• Position patients and select exposure factors with radiation protection.
• Log procedures, charges, and related paperwork on computer systems.
• Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and stock supplies.
• Follow all OrthoCarolina policies and procedures.
• Assist with patient transport between modules and radiology department.
• Support patient flow in the examination modules as directed.

Skills

Radiology equipment operation

DR/CR reader systems

Patient positioning

Safety procedures

Education

Graduate of ARRT/AMA approved Radiologic Technologist program

Job description

At OrthoCarolina, our team is our greatest asset and the foundation of our success. We are a diverse group of individuals, accountable to each other to uphold the standards of excellence and promote an environment of teamwork throughout the organization. OrthoCarolina has 43 unique care locations with over 1300 professionals who share a common goal to make lives better.

Our employees are eligible for a full spectrum of benefits including paid company holidays, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement. To learn more about Team OC please visit https://www.orthocarolina.com/about-us

We have an opportunity for a Radiology Technologist in our OrthoCarolina Spine Center office in Charlotte. This position is scheduled to work 32 hours per week and has full benefits. The Radiology Technologist will provide diagnostic quality radiographs for physicians and/or physician assistants while protecting employees and patients from unnecessary radiation and usage of appropriate protection standards.

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates competency in positioning of all radiological procedures as prescribed by departmental policy.
• Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirm acknowledgment of patients' understanding and address any questions or concerns.
• Positions patients and selects exposure factors for various radiologic examinations and provides patient with radiation protection and safety in accordance with prescribed methods.
• Logs radiological procedures completed, processes charges and related paperwork using computer equipment as directed.
• Maintains cleanliness of examination rooms and stocks necessary medical and/or radiological supplies in the department.
• Compliance with all OrthoCarolina policy and procedures.
• Assists with the transportation of patients between the examination module(s) and the Radiology department.
• Assist with patient flow in the examination module(s) as directed by a supervisor.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to operate various manufacturer types of Radiology suite equipment, (i.e. Siemens/GE/Philips).
• Skill in proficient use of various manufacturer types of Digital Radiology (DR) and Computer Radiology (CR) reader systems.
• Skill in identifying equipment problems and correcting or notifying supervisor.
• Skill in positioning patients properly and performing quality diagnostic radiographs.
• Observes safety and security procedures.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the American Medical Association.
• Minimum of one year experience as an x-ray tech with an orthopedic background.
• Professional license or certification requirements: Registered Radiology Tech by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART) or ARRT registry eligible.
• Current CPR certification recommended.

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