Radiologic Technologist

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

About The Position

Performs radiographic procedures at a technical level requiring a sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology, strong technical competency, and the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with minimal supervision. Applies ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and/or pediatric radiology. Performs diagnostic radiologic examinations according to established protocols while maintaining image quality, patient safety, and efficient workflow. Completes patient screening, exam documentation, and image verification in RIS and PACS to support timely physician interpretation. Performs general and orthopedic examinations for patients from pediatric through geriatric age groups. May rotate to other locations as needed for training or staffing. Provides safe, compassionate, patient-centered care; supports onboarding and training of staff and students; and contributes to a positive work and learning environment. Participates in performance improvement initiatives and staff, lunch-and-learn, and quality meetings. Maintains professional conduct and a safe, clean, compliant environment, following sterile technique when applicable, universal precautions, radiation-safety requirements, quality standards, and organizational standards. Uses the Shield reporting platform for events outside the norm. Performs other duties as necessary.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited school or program of Radiologic Technology.
Be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); registration must be obtained within six months of hire.
Hold licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA).
Hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or an AHA-recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider certification.
Zero to two years of modality-specific work experience.
Demonstrate general and orthopedic examination skills and ability to work with pediatric through geriatric patients.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiologic examinations according to established protocols.
Maintain image quality, productivity, patient safety, and efficient workflow.
Complete patient screening and exam documentation, and verify images in RIS and PACS.
Provide safe, compassionate, patient-centered care throughout the imaging process.
Perform general and orthopedic examinations for pediatric through geriatric patients.
Rotate to other locations as needed for training or staffing.
Support onboarding and training of staff and students and help facilitate a positive work and learning environment.
Participate in performance improvement initiatives related to quality, efficiency, patient, employee, and physician satisfaction, and safety.
Participate in staff meetings, lunch-and-learn sessions, and quality meetings.
Maintain professional conduct in attitude, appearance, and communication.
Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant environment; follow sterile technique when applicable and universal precautions.
Comply with radiation safety, quality, and organizational standards.
Use the Shield reporting platform for events outside the norm.
Perform other duties as necessary.