Radiology Technologist - Atrium Health Kannapolis - PT Evenings

Atrium Health; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Radiology Technician to join their team in Kannapolis, NC. The position involves performing radiographic examinations and coordinating related activities within the emergency medical services team. Ideal candidates will have completed a formal Radiology Tech Program and hold necessary certifications.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Robust benefits packages

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in performing radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Registry eligibility within 1 year of hire for new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic examinations with minimal supervision.
• Coordinates daily activities including examinations and clerical duties.
• Selects and operates equipment as needed.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Equipment Operation

Education

Radiology Tech Program

ARRT registration

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP)

Job description

Overview

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible. In addition to the sign-on bonus, new teammates at Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement.

Atrium Health Kannapolis, a facility of Atrium Health Cabarrus, provides 24-hour emergency medical services to Kannapolis and surrounding areas. From broken bones and severe cuts to heart attacks and strokes, we are prepared to provide patients of all ages the highest level of emergency care. Our expert staff includes physicians who are board-certified in emergency medicine. Plus, we are backed by the breadth and depth of Carolinas Medical Center, the region’s only Level I Trauma Center

Interested in learning more about the benefits of joining our facilities? Check out this video: Atrium Health Radiology – Live Meaningfully - YouTube

Job Summary

Performs radiographic examinations with minimal supervision under the direction of the Radiologist. Coordinates daily activities to include performing examinations and associated clerical duties.

Essential Functions

• Performs and assists with radiographic and fluoroscopicprocedures.
• Documents patient history pertaining to specific procedure onrequisition submitted byphysician.
• Confirms patient identification by verbal confirmation and validating proofof identity.
• Prepares and administers contrast media asrequired.
• Consults with radiologist and other physicians asnecessary.
• Selects and operates equipment as dictated by demands of individual procedure and demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioningskills.
• Maintains appropriate records as required by departmentalstandards.

Physical Requirements

Requires strenuous physical effort while assisting patients from wheelchairs and stretchers. Handles equipment and monitoring supplies. Must have good oral and written communication skills to interact with patients and hospital staff. May be required to frequently stretch, bend, twist, squat or kneel in operating radiographic equipment.

Must be able to use hands for power gripping, speed work and precision during manipulation of radiographic equipment and in the case of injured and diseased patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to 10 feet is necessary. May beexposed to various physical conditions throughout the workday such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, and being near moving equipment. Able to adapt to changes in temperature andhumidity.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Requires successful completion of a formal Radiology Tech Program in an AMA approved facility, ARRT registration, and Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) from AHA. If a new graduate, must be registry eligible with registry completion within 1 year of hire date.