Radiology Technologist Associate - Atrium Health Cabarrus - PRN

Advocate Health • Concord, NC

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About The Position

The Radiology Technologist Associate performs basic diagnostic X-rays under the supervision of a radiology technologist and supports patients and clinical staff throughout diagnostic exams. The associate prepares patients for exams, helps ensure their safety, assists physicians and technologists with exams in assigned modalities, and obtains medications or contrast materials as directed by authorized personnel. The role also supports exam workflows through order retrieval, administrative tasks, and patient assistance with routine clinical needs. The position is part-time and PRN, with variable evening and weekend hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Preliminary coursework toward a certificate or degree in a medical imaging field.
• Clinical experience based on the educational program affiliated with the pursuit of a medical imaging career.
• BLS certification required.
• Use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation and follow MRI safety and infection-control requirements as dictated by the procedural area.
• Ability to meet moderate to heavy physical demands, including lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies.

Nice To Haves

• Medical clerical skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic diagnostic X-rays under the supervision of a radiology technologist.
• Identify patients and answer their questions about procedures.
• Prepare patients for exams and ensure patient safety when the radiology technologist is absent.
• Obtain medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast media as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized or certified technologist, or registered nurse.
• Assist physicians and technologists with diagnostic exams in assigned modalities, including Rad/Fluro, CT, IR, Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET, and Ultrasound, including procedures requiring contrast media.
• Retrieve patient orders and requisitions and support administrative or miscellaneous workflow tasks in RIS, EMR, or other standard applications.
• Assist patients with restroom needs, bedpans, urinals, and other ancillary clinical support needs.
• Assist with administrative duties and quality assurance, safety, regulatory, and compliance requirements.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits, including adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED