Urgent Care Rad Tech - Sign on Bonus Eligible up to $10k

Cone Health; Reidsville (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health in Reidsville, NC, is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging exams under physician guidance, correctly positioning patients and operating X-ray equipment to produce diagnostic images.

The role emphasizes minimizing radiation exposure, documenting procedures, and collaborating with physicians and staff to ensure accurate, timely care; ARRT certification and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; graduate of radiology/imaging program.
• ARRT (R) certification; CPR per Red Cross or AHA Healthcare.
• Experience with diagnostic imaging procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows physician instructions on imaging area to be scanned.
• Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and improve understanding.
• Positions patients and adjusts equipment to obtain quality images.
• Minimizes radiation exposure for both patient and staff.
• Adheres to imaging protocols and shielding procedures.
• Completes procedure documentation to maintain patient records.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Patient communication

Imaging procedures

Radiation safety

Documentation

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Radiology/Imaging program

Tools

Imaging equipment operation

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.