Radiologic Technologist

UNC Health•Hillsborough, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist conducts routine procedures and tests using radiology equipment to acquire patient diagnostic data. The role prepares for and assists the radiologist with intricate radiographic procedures, including preparation and administration of contrast media and medications in accordance with state and federal regulations. The technologist performs patient assessments and provides patient care, evaluates the appropriateness of examinations, and assesses radiographic image quality. The position requires knowledge of general diagnostic radiology and department protocols, accurate handling and documentation of examination and patient information, and effective use of radiology information and image-management systems. The technologist is responsible for patient identification and safety, verifying pregnancy status before ionizing radiation, responding to emergencies, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This onsite, full-time State position is with UNC Medical Center in Hillsborough, North Carolina. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with 40 standard hours per week. The role qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive paid over a three-year work commitment.

Requirements

An associate's degree or completion of an accredited Radiologic Sciences Program; candidates selected before completing the degree may be contingent on completing a degree program within 90 days of hire.
Registered by the American Registry of Radiological Sciences, or registry eligible and able to become registered within one year of hire. Registry-eligible candidates must provide a copy of a diploma from an accredited program.
Maintain registry status and meet continuing education requirements annually.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification.
Knowledge of radiation protection and safety, general and electrical safety, infection control, TB, and standard precautions.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate thorough knowledge of general diagnostic radiology and follow departmental protocols and UNC Healthcare System policies and procedures.
Maintain active RT(R) credentials and use technical knowledge to assist in troubleshooting work-unit equipment and protocol problems.
Verify patient demographics, examination requests, and image markers; critique, orient, save, and quality-check pertinent images; and transmit images to PACS.
Document procedure completion or cancellation in RIS, including comments when appropriate, and use PACS and HIS to obtain additional study data.
Conduct routine procedures and tests using radiology equipment to acquire diagnostic patient data.
Perform work promptly and consistently produce quality radiographic images; analyze requests and determine an appropriate examination and action plan.
Review radiographic orders, images, patient demographic information, daily schedules, and the status of patients waiting for examinations.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment, document incidents, and advise the area supervisor of opportunities to improve the work unit.
Use RIS, CIS, PACS, and SMS to access information and document procedure status; modify orders as needed for appropriateness, complete exams in RIS, and verify information reaches PACS correctly.
Verify patient identity, obtain relevant history, and verify pregnancy status before administering ionizing radiation.
Assess patients' physical condition and determine an appropriate examination plan, including whether additional medical personnel or equipment are needed.
Assist patients requiring extra attention, respond to emergency situations, and ensure patient safety.
Prepare for and assist the radiologist with intricate radiographic procedures, including preparation and administration of contrast media and medications in accordance with applicable regulations.