X-Ray Tech Operation Room -Full-Time Evenings

Cape Fear Valley Health

37d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform all radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures for the diagnosis of specific diseases or conditions. This role is responsible for assessing patients, preparing them for procedures, and ensuring their comfort and privacy. The incumbent will also manage accurate record-keeping in the Radiology Information System (RIS), maintain a safe environment with regard to radiation exposure and infection control, and perform quality assurance on exams before interpretation by a radiologist. Equipment maintenance through work orders is also a key function.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from an accredited program in Radiologic Sciences required
• ARRT (Radiography) registered required
• New graduates that are registry eligible must be registered by ARRT in Radiography within 12 months of hire date required
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Verbal and written skills required
• Good patient care, knowledge of growth and development and understanding of the range of treatment needed for all age groups
• Much standing and walking
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity
• Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations
• Position may require coming in contact with skin, eye or mucous membrane and may come in contact with blood or other potentially infectious material
• Ability to bend and lift up to 100 pounds and carry objects up to 50 pounds
• ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform all procedures designated with the Diagnostic Section of Radiology
• Assess patient, review physician order or patient chart as appropriate
• Prepare patient for the procedure, answer any questions or refers questions to the radiologist assigned
• Take all appropriate steps to minimize discomfort during radiographic examinations and provide privacy of the patient
• Responsible for the prompt completion and accurate recording of exam begin and end time in the Radiology Information System (RIS) to ensure timely access to study by the radiologist
• Provide safe environment to include, but not limited to radiation exposure, infection control guidelines and Universal Precautions
• Comply with Radiation Protection Plan, including proper use of shielding and dosimeter usage
• Monitor timeliness of exams and quality of care based on established department goals
• Perform QA of exams (correct order, accurate/complete image annotation, correct laterality, and the correct presentation state) prior to sending to radiologist for interpretation
• Submit work orders for Clinical Technology Services when equipment is down
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Exceptional healthcare
• Caring employees are committed to integrity, patient-centeredness and excellence throughout the entire healthcare process
• Goal is to improve the quality of every life we touch
• Diverse team of doctors, nurses and staff work together to create a better experience for every patient, every time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree