Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging (PRN)

Duke University•Durham, NC

49d•Onsite

About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke Regional Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range ofmedical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services. Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging (PRN) Location: Duke Regional Hospital 3643 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27704 Work Schedule: PRN, as needed, with a minimum of four (4) shifts per month Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced Radiology Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. The Duke Regional Hospital (DRH) has 388 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services. In this role there are four rooms, five portables, and C-Arms that primarily work to serve our inpatients, outpatients, ED, and OR. What you will do: Perform a variety of tasks involved in operating x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated anatomical areas of interest. Adjust equipment for proper radiographic exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines. Explain x-ray procedures to patients. Position patients for each anatomical view using positioning assistance devices and protective equipment as necessary. Monitor accessory equipment and assist the physician with fluoroscopic procedures and special radiographic procedures. Accurately process images for optimal quality. Match with appropriate paperwork for interpretation. Charge radiographic procedures in; able to modify orders per protocol. Demonstrate acceptable film quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors, and collimation. Understands and uses the Image Archival System Provide education and training to DUHS affiliated radiology technology programs. Provide orientation to new technologists. Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.

Requirements

Completion of an AMA approved School of Radiology Technology or ARRT Certification
Must obtain ARRT certification within one year of employment.
Minimum of two years' experience as a diagnostic radiology technologist.
A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion
BLS certification
ARRT certification or ability to obtain ARRT within 12-months of employment

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of tasks involved in operating x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated anatomical areas of interest.
Adjust equipment for proper radiographic exposure techniques in accordance with radiation safety guidelines.
Explain x-ray procedures to patients.
Position patients for each anatomical view using positioning assistance devices and protective equipment as necessary.
Monitor accessory equipment and assist the physician with fluoroscopic procedures and special radiographic procedures.
Accurately process images for optimal quality.
Match with appropriate paperwork for interpretation.
Charge radiographic procedures in; able to modify orders per protocol.
Demonstrate acceptable film quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors, and collimation.
Understands and uses the Image Archival System
Provide education and training to DUHS affiliated radiology technology programs.
Provide orientation to new technologists.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work herein