Radiology Tech-Ortho Clinic

UVA Community Health•Culpeper, VA

1d•$33 - $59

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist assists physicians with diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures by preparing patients and operating X-ray equipment to obtain diagnostic images. The role ensures patient safety and comfort, explains procedures and post-procedure orders, prioritizes workflow, and adapts care to patients’ age-specific needs. The technologist safely operates and maintains radiographic equipment, follows imaging protocols, evaluates image quality, and determines whether repeat images are necessary. The position also supports compliance with OSHA regulations and universal precautions, contributes to teamwork and professional communication, and may perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduation from an accredited Radiology program.
ARRT certification or registry eligibility; registry-eligible technologists must pass the ARRT Radiology certification exam within 12 months of hire.
Applicable state licensure, as required.
Thorough knowledge of radiographic equipment and accessories, and working knowledge of various types of X-ray equipment.
Analytical ability and basic computer skills.
Ability to modify care based on patients’ age and identify age-specific care needs.
Good communication skills and ability to work independently in diagnostic rooms.
Ability to adapt to different situations and procedures, multitask, and prioritize quickly.

Nice To Haves

Two years of diagnostic radiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients and operate X-ray equipment to obtain diagnostic images for physicians’ diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures.
Ensure patient safety and comfort; explain procedures and post-procedure orders to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
Prioritize workflow according to patient condition and support timely patient arrivals and departures.
Use patient satisfaction and practice performance data to identify improvement opportunities and participate in planning and improvement processes.
Follow OSHA regulations and use universal precautions when required.
Clean examination surfaces between patients; provide clean linens; clean spills promptly; and properly store accessory equipment.
Work within a team, communicate professionally with coworkers, and facilitate and participate in staff meetings.
Safely manipulate equipment within its limitations and maintain sterile equipment and fields.
Adjust cameras to obtain appropriate image density and contrast, and perform necessary equipment warm-up and quality-control procedures.
Use protocols to obtain images of internal structures, critique image quality, and determine whether repeat imaging is needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.