Radiology Technologist - FSED

aah; Waxhaw (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Radiology in Waxhaw, NC is seeking a Radiologic Technologist. The role performs radiographic and fluoroscopic exams with minimal supervision under the Radiologist's direction, coordinating daily activity and related clerical duties.

The position requires ARRT credentials, registry eligibility with completion within a year, and CPR. PRN, non-benefits eligible, with duties including contrast media administration and patient identification verification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT-recognized Radiologic Technology program.
• Must be registry eligible with registry completion within 1 year of hire.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs 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 the procedure and maintains proper positioning.
• Maintains records as required by departmental standards.

Skills

Radiography procedures

Fluoroscopy

Patient safety

Communication

Education

ARRT-recognized Radiologic Technology program

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

Department:

Status:

Benefits Eligible:

No

Hours Per Week:

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

• PRN
• Freestanding Emergency Department

Pay Range:

$34.50 - $34.50

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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.

Minimum Job Requirements

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.

Work Experience

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 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 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 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 have good oral and written communication skills to interact with patients and hospital staff. May be required to frequently stretch, bend