Radiology Technologist- Hickory

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

OrthoCarolina in Hickory, NC is seeking a Radiology Technologist to provide diagnostic radiographs while upholding radiation safety. You will position patients, operate radiology equipment, and collaborate with physicians to ensure high-quality images.

The role requires ARRT-recognized program completion, at least one year of orthopedic radiography experience, and a current CPR certification. The ideal candidate maintains safety standards and efficient patient flow within our radiology

Qualifications

• Graduate from an ARRT-approved Radiologic Technologist program.
• Minimum of one year of orthopedic radiography experience.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist by ARRT or ARRT registry eligible.
• Current CPR certification recommended.
• Ability to position patients and protect against radiation.
• Proficient with DR/CR systems and radiology workstations.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographs per departmental policy.
• Explain procedures and obtain patient history.
• Position patients, set exposure factors, ensure radiation safety.
• Log procedures, process charges, and maintain records.
• Maintain exam rooms and stock supplies.
• Assist with patient transportation and flow within radiology.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiology equipment operation

Image quality control

Safety protocols

Patient communication

Documentation

Education

Radiologic Technologist program

ARRT certification eligibility

Tools

DR/CR systems

Radiology workstations

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-usWe have an opportunity for a Radiology Technologist in our OrthoCarolina Hickory office.The Radiology Technologist 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.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.Logs radiological procedures completed, processes charges and related paperwork using computer equipment as directed.Maintains cleanliness of examination rooms and stocks necessary medical and/or radiological supplies in the department. Compliance with all OrthoCarolina policy and procedures.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.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.Minimum of one year experience as an x-ray tech with an orthopedic background.Professional license or certification requirements:Registered Radiology Tech by American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART) or ARRT registry eligible.Current CPR certification recommended.Employee TypeRegularQualificationsSkillsEducationCertificationsRegistered Radiology Tech - American Registry of Radiologic TechnologistLanguageWork ExperienceClinical Experience