Urgent Care PRN Rad Tech

Cone Health; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health in Greensboro, NC is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform X-ray and diagnostic imaging exams under physician supervision. The role includes preparing patients, positioning, operating equipment, and applying radiation-safety practices to ensure high-quality images.

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent and graduation from a Radiology or related program, plus ARRT (R) certification and CPR. Collaboration with physicians and a focus on patient comfort are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have ARRT licensure as Radiologic Technologist (R) and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams and position them for imaging.
• Operate imaging equipment and minimize radiation exposure.
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and improve understanding.
• Complete documentation and communicate with the healthcare team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient communication

Positioning

Radiation safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; radiology/imaging program graduate

Job description

The Radiologic Technologist performs medical exams using X-rays or other diagnostic imaging examinations on patients to create images of specific parts of the body. The images are then interpreted by a doctor for diagnosis and monitoring of disease. Working under direct supervision, this position prepares patients for the exams, moves patients to the correct position, operates the equipment, and uses their knowledge and skill to minimize the radiation dose to the patient.

Essential Job Function

• Follows instructions from physicians regarding which area of the patient’s body needs imaging.
• Talks the patient through the procedure and answer questions to lower their anxiety and increase their understanding of the procedure.
• Positions the patient correctly and adjusts the imaging equipment to the specified position to create quality images of specific parts of the body.
• Prevents unnecessary radiation exposure both to themselves and to the patient.
• Follows correct techniques and procedures such as patient shielding to ensure adherence to ensure accurate and reliable diagnostic imaging services.
• Completes required documentation for each procedure to ensure proper patient records and facilitate seamless communication among healthcare providers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Graduate of a Radiology, Imaging or related educational program.

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Required: ARRT (R) | Radiologic Technologist - DxBLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare.