Radiology Technologist - Atrium Health Union - PRN

Atrium Health; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist at its Monroe, NC facility. This role involves performing radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, documenting patient histories, preparing and administering contrast media, and consulting with physicians. Candidates must be eligible for registry completion within one year of hire and have CPR certification. The position requires good communication skills and the ability to adapt to various physical conditions while operating radiographic equipment.

Qualifications

• Registry eligibility with completion within one year of hire.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Document patient history for procedures.
• Confirm patient identification.
• Prepare and administer contrast media.
• Consult with radiologist and other physicians.
• Operate equipment and demonstrate adequate positioning skills.
• Maintain appropriate records.

Skills

Knowledge of growth and development principles

Oral and written communication skills

Radiographic equipment operation

Education

Graduate of an accredited institution in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Atrium Health Union is a 182-bed hospital in Monroe, NC, providing comprehensive emergency services and specialty medical care. The campus offers a variety of medical services, including a day surgery center, cancer treatment center, long-term care facility, behavioral health center, specialty care clinics, a community wellness and outreach program, a women and children’s center, interventional heart program and physician practices. For more than 15 years this hospital has been serving the Monroe area, and we have worked to add new services and more specialized physicians and programs to meet the growing health care needs of our community.

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

Major Responsibilities

• Performs and assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Documents patient history pertaining to specific procedure on requisition submitted by physician.
• Confirms patient identification by verbal confirmation and validating proof of identity.
• Prepares and administers contrast media as required.
• Consults with radiologist and other physicians as necessary.
• Selects and operates equipment as dictated by demands of individual procedure and demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills.
• Maintains appropriate records as required by departmental standards.

Education

Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic Technology.

Certification / License

Must be registry eligible with registry completion within 1 year of hire date. CPR certification required.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

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 be exposed 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 and humidity.

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.