Radiologic Technologist RT - Northeast Georgia Physicians Group NGPG - Orthopedics - FT Days

Northeast Georgia Medical Center•Dacula, GA

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist performs radiographic procedures in a timely manner and reviews images for technical quality and positioning. The role is with Northeast Georgia Physicians Group (NGPG) Orthopedics and is a full-time day position. The technologist performs imaging, supports patient care and safety, maintains imaging equipment and related records, and works with providers, radiologists, students, and staff.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited ARRT program.
High school diploma or GED.
Current BLS certification, or obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Ability to perform quality radiographic procedures.
Ability to work independently and effectively with others.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience.

Responsibilities

Perform radiographic procedures and review images for technical quality and positioning.
Follow radiation safety practices, including coning, shielding, and quarterly dosimeter monitoring, in accordance with state and federal guidelines.
Position patients, provide immobilization devices, and select appropriate technical factors to obtain quality images.
Explain x-ray exams and procedures to patients and answer their questions.
Use radiopaque anatomical side markers with a technologist identifier on every image.
Operate radiographic CR, DR, and PACS equipment.
Ensure imaging equipment is in good working condition; report malfunctions and perform maintenance, calibration, care, and cleaning as required.
Know and follow downtime procedures, including maintenance and testing of shields, display monitors, tubes, detectors, and calibration.
Review patient orders and complete exams or procedures in the EMR and PACS system for successful dictation.
Provide imaging on CD when requested and complete the necessary paperwork; import CDs into PACS when requested.
Serve as a liaison between ordering providers and radiologists and assist providers with radiology-related questions.
Order x-ray supplies and maintain PPE, including performing biannual lead apron checks.
Comply with network drills, CPR requirements, license renewal, CEUs, and other network or health system requirements.
Precept radiology students and new radiology staff members.
Recognize and notify appropriate personnel of adverse events or incidents, such as falls, vasovagal events, or wrong-patient or wrong-laterality imaging.
Comply with annual skills competencies.