Radiology Technologist- University

OrthoCarolina; Mississippi; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoCarolina is seeking a Radiology Technologist to provide diagnostic radiographs and ensure patient safety in the radiology department. You will protect patients and staff from unnecessary radiation while maintaining high quality images.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, selecting exposure factors, logging procedures, and assisting with patient transport and flow. A Radiologic Technologist program with ARRT eligibility and orthopedic radiology experience are preferred, CPR is

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program approved by ARRT/AMA.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as an x-ray tech with orthopedic background.
• Currently licensed or ARRT registry eligible.
• CPR certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in positioning of all radiologic procedures as prescribed by departmental policy.
• Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain history, confirm understanding and address questions.
• Positions patients and selects exposure factors and provides radiation protection per prescribed methods.
• Logs radiologic procedures and processes charges using computer systems as directed.
• Maintains cleanliness of examination rooms and stocks necessary supplies; follows OrthoCarolina policies.
• Assists with patient transportation and flow within radiology as directed by a supervisor.

Skills

X-ray equipment operation

DR/CR reader systems

Identify equipment issues

Patient positioning

Safety procedures

Education

Radiologic Technologist program

ARRT registry eligible

CPR certification

Job description

Radiology Technologist

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 type: Regular