Radiology Technologist/ Clinical Assistant- Boone, NC

OrthoCarolina; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoCarolina Boone, NC is seeking a Radiology Technologist/Clinical Assistant to provide diagnostic radiographs and support orthopedic patient care. The role emphasizes radiation safety, patient education, and coordination with physicians and mid-level providers.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, selecting exposure factors, maintaining equipment, and assisting with patient flow and triage. Prior radiology experience is valued and ARRT certification or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program approved by ARRT.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist or ARRT registry-eligible.
• Current CPR certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in positioning radiological procedures per policy.
• Explain procedures and obtain clinical history from patients.
• Position patients and select exposure factors with radiation protection.
• Maintain and report equipment status; report malfunctions.
• Prepare x-ray films/CDs for patients, tests, and physicians.
• Assist with patient transport and flow within radiology.
• Update clinical notes in EMR; participate in teaching casting/bracing as needed.
• Perform phone triage and provide patient education.

Skills

Diagnostic Imaging

Medical Imaging

Patient Care

Radiology

Safety Procedures

Education

ARRT-approved Radiologic Technologist program

Tools

Radiology Equipment

EMR Systems

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/Clinical Assistant in our OrthoCarolina Boone, NC office.

The The Radiology Technologist/Clinical Assistant 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.Responsible for providing and coordinating orthopedic patient care which includes performing routine office procedures and testing, participating in patient teaching, completing triage which includes the delivery, management and coordination of telephone live calls and Voice Mail; Tasks; Fax etc. Communicating effectively with others and assisting the physician/mid-level provider in the delivery of patient care.

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.
• Cleans and makes minor adjustments to radiology equipment and ensures equipment is in working order and reports equipment malfunctions to Radiology Manager or designee.
• Prepares copies of x-ray films/CD’s for patients, tests, surgery and physicians as required.
• 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.
• Updating clinical notes in electronic medical systems, training for casting and bracing will be available.
• Completing phone triage
• Providing patient education

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.
• Professional license or certificate requirements:
• Registered Radiology Tech by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART) or ARRT registry eligible.
• Current CPR certification recommended.

Employee Type

Regular

Skills

Diagnostic Imaging, Medical Imaging, Medical Laboratories, Medical Records Management, Patient Care, Patient Communications, Phlebotomy, Radiology