X-Ray Technologist-Full Time Days

Cape Fear Valley Health System; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking a Radiologic Technologist at Betsy Johnson Hospital in Dunn, NC to perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures for diagnosis and to support radiologists in patient care. You will prepare patients, monitor safety, and ensure accurate exam documentation in the RIS.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate’s degree in Radiologic Sciences and ARRT registration. New grads eligible with registry required within 12 months.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Radiologic Sciences required.
• ARRT (Radiography) registration required.
• New graduates must be registry-eligible and 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 answer questions or refer to radiologist.
• Ensure patient comfort and privacy during exams.
• Record exam times accurately in RIS for timely radiologist access.
• Maintain safe environment per Radiation Protection Plan and infection control guidelines.
• Comply with shielding and dosimeter usage; monitor exam timeliness and quality of care.
• Perform QA on exams prior to radiologist interpretation.
• Submit work orders for equipment issues and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Patient care

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Sciences

ARRT registration

Job description

Facility Betsy Johnson Hospital Location Dunn, North Carolina Department Radiology Job Family Allied Health Work Shift Days (United States of America) Summary Perform all radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures for the diagnosis of specific diseases or conditions. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Major Job Functions

• 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: Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language 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

For exceptional healthcare come to Cape Fear Valley Health where caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process. At Cape Fear Valley Health, our goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch. Our diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time. Cape Fear Valley is a 950-bed, 8-hospital regional health system, the 8th largest in North Carolina, with more than 1 million inpatient and outpatients annually. A private not-for-profit organization with over 7,000 employees and 850 physicians. Our employees and physicians proudly serve a seven-county region of southeastern North Carolina, including Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Hope Mills, Raeford, Lumberton, Elizabethtown, Clinton, Lillington, Dunn and beyond. Our medical facilities include Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Rehabilitation Center, Behavioral Health Care, Bladen County Hospital, Hoke Hospital, Central Harnett Hospital, Betsy Johnson Hospital, as well as more than 60 medical offices and specialty care clinics spread throughout the Cape Fear region.