Radiologic Technologist II - Per Diem - Radiology Diagnostic Department

UNC Health•Rocky Mount, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist II produces radiographic and diagnostic studies under the clinical direction of a Radiologist and is responsible for image quality, patient care, safety, sterile technique, and educating staff and students. The role also supports other departmental operations. The technologist operates radiology and fluoroscopic equipment to produce clinical diagnostic X-ray images as directed by physicians.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school or program of Radiologic Technology.
Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Current BCLS certification.
Two years of healthcare/medical radiology (imaging and therapy) experience.

Responsibilities

Produce routine and specialized, portable, and surgical radiographs and specialized studies, including bone surveys, peg placement, and scoliosis series.
Apply radiation safety and patient protection guidelines.
Provide emotional support, comfort, general assistance, and information to patients.
Provide appropriate care based on the ages of patients served.
Coordinate or collaborate with physicians and nursing staff.
Operate and maintain radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment, film processors, computers, and other departmental equipment.
Document information in the patient record.
As assigned, instruct employees, new employees, and students in the basic theory, technical skills, and application of radiologic procedures.
Participate in quality control, quality assurance, and quality improvement activities.
Perform clerical, darkroom, film-processing, patient-transportation, and other miscellaneous functions in support of operations.