X-Ray Technologist-Per Diem Variable

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System in Dunn, North Carolina, seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform all radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures for diagnosis.

Must have an Associate's degree in Radiologic Sciences and ARRT registration; 2 years of experience preferred. Duties include patient preparation, safety, accurate exam timing, and QA of imaging studies.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Verbal and written communication.
• Ability to provide good patient care and adapt to age-related needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures for diagnosis.
• Assess patient and review orders/ charts.
• Prepare patient and address questions with radiologist.
• Minimize patient discomfort and ensure privacy.
• Record exam times accurately in RIS.
• Maintain safety and radiation protection standards.
• Monitor exam timeliness and quality of care.
• Perform QA on exams before interpretation.
• Submit work orders when equipment is down.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Physical stamina

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Sciences

ARRT certification

Tools

Radiology Information System (RIS)

Job description

Facility Betsy Johnson Hospital Location Dunn, North Carolina

Department Radiology Job Family Allied Health Work Shift Variable (United States of America)

Summary

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

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

• 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
• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Why Join Us

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.