Diagnostic Technologist

UNC Health•Goldsboro, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Diagnostic Technologist performs technical procedures involving prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis. The role carries out diagnostic procedures, verifies patient and examination information, ensures orders, charges, documentation, and required forms are correct, and provides patients with information about their examinations. The technologist positions patients according to department protocols, administers prescribed medications and contrast media, and applies knowledge of IV therapy techniques and maintenance. The position includes maintaining assigned rooms and supplies, operating equipment safely, reporting malfunctions, and supporting efficient patient flow. The technologist may assist with training new teammates and student technologists and may serve as In-Charge Technologist in the absence of the Diagnostic Supervisor and Senior Technologist. The role requires flexibility to take call and adjust shifts as needed for workload or staffing, participation in continuing education and quality improvement, and professional, appropriate care for patients across age groups and cultural backgrounds. Standard precautions and PPE are used to reduce exposure risks.

Requirements

Completion of two years of formal Radiologic Technology training at a school approved by the Council of Education of the American Medical Association.
ARRT registration required or registry eligible; registration by the ARRT is required within six months of employment.
BLS certification required.
Knowledge of radiology procedures, supplies, and equipment used to produce and process radiographs.
Knowledge of human anatomy and technical factors for obtaining radiographs with minimal retakes.
Ability to understand and maintain imaging workflow involving computer systems, including EPIC and PACS.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Good customer service and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain an efficient pace and organized workflow to avoid backlogs or undue delays in patient flow.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Proficiency with MS Office and EPIC, and ability to learn new software rapidly.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a Registered Diagnostic Technologist is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic procedures and apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis.
Verify patient identification, markers, exam tags, and annotations on radiographs.
Ensure orders, charges, documentation, and required procedure forms are correct and complete.
Provide patients with educational information about examinations and procedures.
Position patients for diagnostic exams according to department protocols and procedures.
Administer prescribed medications and contrast media; apply IV therapy techniques and maintenance.
Maintain, clean, and restock assigned rooms, and notify the supervisor when supplies are unavailable.
Maintain an efficient pace and organizational approach to avoid work backlogs and undue delays in patient flow.
Operate equipment and technology safely and properly, and report problems or malfunctions to the supervisor.
Assist where needed and adjust shifts as needed at the supervisor’s discretion due to workload or staffing.
Assist the Diagnostic Supervisor with instruction of new teammates and the clinical instructor with instruction of student technologists.
May function as In-Charge Technologist in the absence of the Diagnostic Supervisor and Senior Technologist, assigning, delegating, or instructing technologists and/or students.
Remain flexible and available to take call as required to ensure coverage.
Complete continuing education and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements.
Participate in staff meetings, committees as requested, and performance improvement activities.
Maintain a professional demeanor, provide strong customer service, support teamwork, remain calm under pressure, and offer reasonable solutions to problems.
Interact appropriately with patients and provide recommended care and services, accounting for the needs of neonatal, adolescent, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients and patients’ cultural needs.
Apply standard precautions and routinely use PPE to reduce exposure risks to self and others.