Radiology Technologist- Huntersville

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid company holidays

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

OrthoCarolina in Huntersville is looking for a full-time Radiology Technologist to join their team. This role involves delivering high-quality radiographs and ensuring patient safety while following the standards set by the department.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of orthopedic experience, a valid certification from ARRT, and strong skills in patient communication and radiology equipment usage. OrthoCarolina offers a supportive environment and comprehensive benefits as part of their commitment to teamwork and excellence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program approved by ARRT and AMA.
• Minimum of one year experience as an x-ray tech, preferably in orthopedics.
• Registered Radiology Tech by ARRT or ARRT eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic quality radiographs for physicians and PAs.
• Position patients and select exposure factors for examinations.
• Log procedures completed and process paperwork.

Skills

Operating Radiology suite equipment

Use of Digital Radiology (DR)

Identifying equipment problems

Positioning patients

Safety and security procedures

Education

Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technologist program

Registered Radiology Tech (ARRT)

Current CPR certification

Tools

Radiology suite equipment (Siemens, GE, Philips)

Digital Radiology reader 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 full-time Radiology Technologist in our OrthoCarolina Huntersville 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 patients 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.
• Complies with all OrthoCarolina policy and procedures.
• Assists with the transportation of patients between the examination module(s) and the Radiology department.
• Assists 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 (e.g., 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 a 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 (ARRT) or ARRT registry eligible.
• Current CPR certification recommended.