X-Ray Technologist-Full-Time Variable

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health in Fayetteville, NC, seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures for diagnosis.

You will assess patients, prep for procedures, ensure privacy, and document exam times in the RIS. The role requires ARRT certification and involves maintaining safety standards and patient care for all ages.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform all radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures for diagnosis of diseases or conditions.
• Assess patient and review orders or charts as appropriate.
• Prepare patient, answer questions or refer to radiologist as needed.
• Minimize patient discomfort and provide privacy during exams.
• Record exam times accurately in RIS to ensure timely access for radiologist.
• Maintain safe environment, adhere to infection control and radiation safety guidelines.
• Monitor exam timeliness and quality of care per department goals.
• Perform quality assurance of exams before radiologist interpretation.
• Submit work orders when equipment is down.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Patient care

Growth & development knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Sciences

ARRT Registered

Registry eligible within 12 months

Tools

RIS software

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

Variable (United States of America)

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 refer 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

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