Radiology Technologist - Atrium Health One Health Denver PRN

Atrium Health; Denver (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to join our diagnostic imaging team. You will perform radiographic procedures, ensure patient safety, and maintain precise image records in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications include ARRT registration, CPR certification, and the ability to work closely with physicians and nurses. On-site position with regular hours and on-call coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT registered or eligible to register within 12 months.
• CPR (BCLS) certification required.
• Certifications from other specialty areas preferred.
• Ability to maintain patient records and image data.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic/therapeutic radiologic procedures per regulations.
• Maintain readiness of emergency equipment and supplies.
• Ensure accurate patient records via data entry and archiving.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses and staff.
• Contribute to department quality and safety programs.
• Adhere to hospital policies and ongoing education.
• Provide patient education and consult health care personnel.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in on-call coverage.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Professional Interpersonal skills

timetabling / scheduling ability

Clinical radiologic skills

Adaptability to workload

Basic computer proficiency

Education

Graduate of approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT registered

Registry eligible within 12 months

CPR (BCLS) certification

Other specialty certifications desirable

Job description

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of an approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Minimum six months experience as a diagnostic Radiologic Technologist preferred.
• One year experience with patients preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• Registered and certified with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Registry eligible and must become registered within 12 months of hire.
• Certifications from other areas of specialty required.
• BCLS (CPR) certification.

Essential Functions

• Adheres to the general hospital standards to promote a cooperative work environment by utilizing communication skills, interpersonal relationships and team building.
• Follows hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for keeping informed about changes in policies and procedures.
• Participates in departmental in-service and educational offerings.
• Contributes to the overall quality of services.
• Performs or assists in performing diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures in accordance with the applicable state Regulation for Protection Against Radiation.
• Maintains appropriate education and credentials.
• Maintains coordination of activities with others to accomplish work objectives.
• Ensures readiness of emergency equipment and supplies; recognizes and reacts appropriately to potential emergencies.
• Maintains knowledge of procedures, equipment and systems used to perform job functions. Ensures availability of supplies and readiness of equipment.
• Ensures accurate patient records via correct data entry, validation and archival of images.
• Performs and maintains competency for point of care testing as assigned, ensuring compliance with WFBH Point of Care policies and with applicable state and federal regulations (where applicable).
• Provides instruction, education and consultation to health care personnel and patients to promote improved quality of patient care.
• Provides emergency on-call coverage after normal working hours as required.
• Provides age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with Age/Development Specific Guidelines for the age groups served when participating in patient care.

Skills/Qualifications

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate on a professional level with physicians, nurses and other ancillary professional staff
• Ability to maintain daily schedules
• Clinical skills to enable recognition and to function accordingly in relation to priorities of patient needs
• Performs effectively with frequent workload changes and competing demands
• Basic computer skills

Work Environment

• Clean work area
• Frequent exposure to infections, contagious diseases, to the risk of bloodborne diseases
• Exposure to hazardous anesthetic agents, body fluids and wastes
• Subject to electrical and radiant energy hazards
• Frequent exposure to radiation, flammable and explosive gas hazards
• Exposure to a variety of electro-mechanical/power equipment
• Possible exposure to odorous chemicals, specimens, housekeeping cleaning agents and chemicals
• Subject to injury from moving parts of equipment
• Exposure to varying and unpredictable situations, and unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries and illness)
• Handles emergency or crisis situations
• Subject to long, irregular hours
• Handles absentee replacement on short notice