X-Ray Tech Operation Room -Full-Time Days

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville, NC, seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures for diagnostic purposes. The role requires assessing patients, preparing them for procedures, and ensuring accurate documentation in the Radiology Information System.

Applicants should have an Associate’s degree in Radiologic Sciences and ARRT registration, with new graduates needing ARRT certification within 12 months of hire. Prior experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiologic Sciences required.
• ARRT registration required.
• New graduates must be ARRT registered within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures for diagnosis.
• Assess patient and review orders or charts as appropriate.
• Prepare patient for procedures and address questions with radiologist.
• Maintain accurate exam times in RIS and ensure timely study access.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Patient care

Education

Associate’s degree in Radiologic Sciences

ARRT registered

ARRT registry eligibility within 12 months

Job description

Summary

Perform all radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures for the diagnosis of specific diseases or conditions.

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Radiology

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Evenings (United States of America)

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

• Perform all procedures designated with the Diagnostic Section of Radiology
• Assess patient, review physician order or patient chart as appropriate
• Prepare patient for the procedure, answer any questions or refers questions to the radiologist assigned
• Take all appropriate steps to minimize discomfort during radiographic examinations and provide privacy of the patient
• Responsible for the prompt completion and accurate recording of exam begin and end time in the Radiology Information System (RIS) to ensure timely access to study by the radiologist
• Provide safe environment to include, but not limited to radiation exposure, infection control guidelines and Universal Precautions
• Comply with Radiation Protection Plan, including proper use of shielding and dosimeter usage
• Monitor timeliness of exams and quality of care based on established department goals
• Perform QA of exams (correct order, accurate/complete image annotation, correct laterality, and the correct presentation state) prior to sending to radiologist for interpretation
• Submit work orders for Clinical Technology Services when equipment is down
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education And Formal Training

• Associate’s degree from an accredited program in Radiologic Sciences required
• ARRT (Radiography) registered required
• New graduates that are registry eligible must be registered by ARRT in Radiography within 12 months of hire date required

Work Experience

• 2 years of experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Positive interpersonal skills
• Verbal and written skills required
• Good patient care, knowledge of growth and development and understanding of the range of treatment needed for all age groups

Physical Requirements

• Much standing and walking
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity
• Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations
• Position may require coming in contact with skin, eye or mucous membrane and may come in contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
• Ability to bend and lift up to 100 pounds and carry objects up to 50 pounds

Required Licenses And Certifications

ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity