Radiology Technologist- University

OrthoCarolina; University (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid company holidays

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

OrthoCarolina seeks a radiologic technologist to provide diagnostic radiographs, protect patients from unnecessary radiation, and uphold safety standards. The role includes positioning patients, selecting exposure factors, and maintaining clean exam rooms within a busy radiology department.

Qualified candidates will have ARRT-accepted training, at least one year in orthopedic radiography, ARRT certification or eligibility, and CPR certification is recommended.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT- and AMA-approved radiologic technologist program.
• Minimum of one year of experience as an x-ray tech with an orthopedic background.
• License or certification: ARRT registered or registry eligible.
• Current CPR certification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competency in positioning radiologic procedures as policy dictates.
• Communicates procedures, history, and questions to patients, ensuring understanding.
• Positions patients and sets exposure factors with radiation safety in mind.
• Logs procedures and processes charges and paperwork via computer systems.
• Maintains exam-room cleanliness and stocks radiologic supplies.
• Ensures compliance with OrthoCarolina policies and procedures.
• Assists with patient transportation between modules and Radiology.
• Supports patient flow in exam modules as directed by a supervisor.

Skills

Patient communication

Quality radiographs

Safety procedures

Education

ARRT-approved radiologic technologist program

ARRT certification or registry eligible

Tools

Siemens equipment

GE equipment

Philips equipment

DR/CR readers

Job description

Job Overview

Provide diagnostic quality radiographs for physicians and/or physician assistants while protecting employees and patients from unnecessary radiation and using appropriate protection standards. 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 standards of excellence and promote teamwork throughout the organization. OrthoCarolina has 43 care locations with over 1,300 professionals focused on making lives better. Employees are eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, including paid company holidays, wellness programs, and tuition reimbursement.

For more information about our team, visit https://www.orthocarolina.com/about-us

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 patient 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 radiological supplies in the department.
• Ensures compliance with all OrthoCarolina policy and procedures.
• Assists with the transportation of patients between the examination modules and the Radiology department.
• Assists with patient flow in the examination modules as directed by a supervisor.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to operate various manufacturer types of radiology suite equipment (e.g., Siemens, GE, Philips).
• Proficient use of digital radiology (DR) and computer radiography (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 (ARRT) and the American Medical Association.
• Minimum of one year of experience as an x‑ray tech with an orthopedic background.
• Professional license or certification: Registered Radiology Tech by ARRT or ARRT registry eligible.
• Current CPR certification recommended.

Benefits

Paid company holidays, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits are available to eligible employees.

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